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Definition of Absolution

1. Noun. The condition of being formally forgiven by a priest in the sacrament of penance.

2. Noun. The act of absolving or remitting; formal redemption as pronounced by a priest in the sacrament of penance.

Definition of Absolution

1. n. An absolving, or setting free from guilt, sin, or penalty; forgiveness of an offense.

Definition of Absolution

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Medical Definition of Absolution

1. 1. An absolving, or setting free from guilt, sin, or penalty; forgiveness of an offense. "Government . . . Granting absolution to the nation." 2. An acquittal, or sentence of a judge declaring and accused person innocent. 3. The exercise of priestly jurisdiction in the sacrament of penance, by which Catholics believe the sins of the truly penitent are forgiven. In the English and other Protestant churches, this act regarded as simply declaratory, not as imparting forgiveness. 4. An absolving from ecclesiastical penalties, for example, excommunication. 5. The form of words by which a penitent is absolved. 6. Delivery, in speech. Absolution day, Tuesday before Easter. Origin: F. Absolution, L. Absolutio, fr. Absolvere to absolve. See Absolve. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Absolution

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absolute viscosity absolute viscosity absolute zero absolute zero absolution (current term) absolution (current term) absolutions absolutism absolutism absolutisms

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