noun
(ecclesiastical) An absolving of sins from ecclesiastical penalties by an authority.
The forgiveness of sins, in a general sense.
The form of words by which a penitent is absolved.
An absolving, or setting free from guilt, sin, or penalty; forgiveness of an offense.
(civil law, obsolete) An acquittal, or sentence of a judge declaring an accused person innocent.
(obsolete) Delivery, in speech.