Dictionary definition for: Pardon
1. (n) the act of excusing a mistake or offense
2. (v) accept an excuse for; "Please excuse my dirty hands"
3. (n) a warrant granting release from punishment for an offense
4. (v) grant a pardon to; "Ford pardoned Nixon" "The Thanksgiving turkey was pardoned by the President"
5. (n) the formal act of liberating someone
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