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Definition pardon in American English

pardon noun

[countable] noun
/ˈpɑrd(ə)n/
1

an official decision to forgive someone for committing a crime and to free them from prison

Example

Her supporters maintained that she should be granted a pardon.

Example

His lawyers have been seeking a pardon on his behalf from the government.

1.1

a document showing that this decision has been made

Definition pardon in American English