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absolve

Syllabification: (ab·solve)
Pronunciation: /əbˈzälv, -ˈsälv/
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Definition of absolve

verb

[with object]
  • set or declare (someone) free from blame, guilt, or responsibility:the pardon absolved them of any crimes
  • Christian Theology give absolution for (a sin).

Origin:

late Middle English: from Latin absolvere 'set free, acquit', from ab- 'from' + solvere 'loosen'

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