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1.nounAn absolving of sins from ecclesiastical penalties by an authority.
2.nounForgiveness of sins, in a general sense.
3.nounThe form of words by which a penitent is absolved.
4.nounAn absolving, or setting free from guilt, sin, or penalty; forgiveness of an offense."Government ... granting absolution to the nation."
5.nounAn acquittal, or sentence of a judge declaring an accused person innocent.
6.nounDelivery, in speech.