English Explanatory Dictionary

acquittance

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A writing which is evidence of a discharge; a receipt in full, which bars a further demand.
  2. Payment of debt; settlement.
  3. The release from a debt, or from some obligation or duty; exemption.
  4. The dismissal of a legal charge against someone; acquittal.
  5. The acquittal of one's duties; the carrying out of fulfilment of a job or role.
verb
  1. To acquit.

Pronunciation

/əˈkwɪtəns/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-NaomiAmethyst-acquittance.wav

Word forms

acquittance acquittances acquittaunce acquittancing acquittanced

Etymology

From Anglo-Norman acquitance, Middle French aquitance, from acquiter (“to acquit”). Compare later acquittal.

Synonyms

absolution acquitment assoilment acquittance acquittal compurgation disculpation exculpation exoneration not guilty quittance vindication assoil clear exonerate assoilzie acquit absolve disculp disculpate exculpate vindicate
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