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acquittance - What does it mean?

Definition of 'acquittance'

English

(Webster 1913)

Alternative forms

* acquittaunce (obsolete)

Noun

(en-noun)
  • The clearing off of debt or obligation; a release or discharge from debt or other liability.
  • A writing which is evidence of a discharge; a receipt in full, which bars a further demand.
  • * Shakespeare
  • You can produce acquittances / For such a sum, from special officers.

    Verb

    (en-verb)
  • (obsolete) To acquit.
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