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absolution

Syllabification: (ab·so·lu·tion)
Pronunciation: /ˌabsəˈlo͞oSHən/

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Definition of absolution

noun

  • formal release from guilt, obligation, or punishment.
  • an ecclesiastical declaration of forgiveness of sins:the priest administered absolution

Origin:

Middle English: via Old French from Latin absolutio(n-), from the verb absolvere (see absolve)

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