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Meaning of absolve

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

absolve

Pronunciation:/əbˈzɒlv//æbˈsɑlv/

verb

Definitions

  1. To set free, release or discharge (from obligations, debts, responsibility etc.).

    Example: You will absolve a subject from his allegiance.

  2. To resolve; to explain; to solve.

  3. To pronounce free from or give absolution for a penalty, blame, or guilt.

  4. To pronounce not guilty; to grant a pardon for.