(n.) An absolving, or setting free from guilt, sin, or
penalty; forgiveness of an offense.
(n.) An acquittal, or sentence of a judge declaring and
accused person innocent.
(n.) The exercise of priestly jurisdiction in the sacrament
of penance, by which Catholics believe the sins of the truly penitent
are forgiven.
(n.) An absolving from ecclesiastical penalties, -- for
example, excommunication.
(n.) The form of words by which a penitent is absolved.
(n.) Delivery, in speech.
