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The definition of pardon
5 Definitions of: pardon
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- verb, to excuse or forgive (a person) for (an offence, mistake, etc)
- noun, forgiveness; allowance
- noun, a) release from punishment for an offence b) the warrant granting such release
- noun, a Roman Catholic indulgence
- sentence substitute, Also: pardon me, I beg your pardon a) sorry; excuse me b) what did you say?
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| Synonyms: | absolution, release, forgiveness, mercy, indulgence, grace, acquittal, discharge, amnesty, reprieve | And more... |
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| Antonyms: | condemn, punishment, punish |
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