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To absolve or release (someone) from blame or sin; to forgive, to pardon.
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To atone or expiate for (something).
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Followed by from or of: to acquit (someone) from a criminal charge; to find (someone) not guilty; to clear.
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(archaic or obsolete) Followed by from or of: to release or set free (someone) from a liability, an obligation, etc.; to discharge.
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To clear up or resolve (a difficulty, doubt, problem, etc.); to absolve, to solve.
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To refute (an argument, an objection, etc.).
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To discharge (a liability, an obligation, etc.).
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To get rid of, put off, or remove (something).
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To absolve or release (someone) from excommunication or some other religious offence.