Meaning of pardon

Definition 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; "Please excuse my dirty hands"
grant a pardon to; "Ford pardoned Nixon"; "The Thanksgiving turkey was pardoned by the President"

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