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Word: absolve (lookup usage) (lookup stats)


Meaning:

Verb:

  • obsolete To finish; to accomplish.
  • obsolete To resolve or explain.
  • theology To pronounce free or give absolution from sin.
  • transitive To pronounce free from or give absolution for a penalty, blame, sin or guilt.
  • transitive To set free, release or discharge (from obligations, debts, responsibility etc.).

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