What is the meaning of pardon?

noun

  • The act of excusing a mistake or offense.
  • A warrant granting release from punishment for an offense.
  • The formal act of liberating someone.

verb

  • Accept an excuse for.
    • usage: "Please excuse my dirty hands"
  • Grant a pardon to.
    • usage: "Ford pardoned Nixon"; "The Thanksgiving turkey was pardoned by the President"
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