pardon
(noun, verb, interjection)
interjection
1. Often used when someone does not understand what another person says.
- Pardon?, What did you say?, Can you say that again?
noun
1. the act of excusing a mistake or offense
Similar word(s): forgiveness
Definition categories: act, benignity, kindness
2. a warrant granting release from punishment for an offense
Similar word(s): amnesty
Definition categories: communication, warrant
3. the formal act of liberating someone
Similar word(s): amnesty
Definition categories: act, clemency, mercifulness, mercy
verb
1. accept an excuse for
Similar word(s): excuse
Definition categories: communication, forgive
2. grant a pardon to
- Ford pardoned Nixon
- The Thanksgiving turkey was pardoned by the President
Definition categories: communication, forgive