pardon

A1
Pronunciation
/ˈpɑɹ.dən/
/ˈpɑːdən/
/ˈpɑɹ.dn̩/
Noun
2 definition(s)
1 Definition

Forgiveness for an offence.

2 Definition

An order that releases a convicted criminal without further punishment, prevents future punishment, or (in some jurisdictions) removes an offence from a person's criminal record, as if it had never been committed.

Verb
3 definition(s)
1 Definition

To forgive (a person).

2 Definition

To refrain from exacting as a penalty.

3 Definition

To grant an official pardon for a crime.

Interjection
1 definition(s)
1 Definition

Often used when someone does not understand what another person says.