ab·solve ( b-z lv , -slv)tr.v. ab·solved, ab·solv·ing, ab·solves 1. To pronounce clear of guilt or blame. 2. To relieve of a requirement or obligation. 3. a. To grant a remission of sin to. b. To pardon or remit (a sin). [Middle English absolven, from Latin absolvere; see absolute.] ab·solv a·ble adj.ab·solv er n. |
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| Noun | 1. | absolver - someone who grants absolution pardoner - a medieval cleric who raised money for the church by selling papal indulgences |
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