Absolutions

/ˌæbsəˈluːʃənz/ noun

Plural of absolution; formal forgiveness of sins granted by a religious authority, or release from blame or responsibility.

From Latin absolutio (from absolvere 'to set free, acquit'), which comes from ab- (away) + solvere (to loosen). The meaning evolved from legal/physical release to religious and moral forgiveness.

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