An absolving of sins from ecclesiastical penalties by an authority.
An absolving, or setting free from guilt, sin, or penalty; forgiveness of an offense.
The form of words by which a penitent is absolved.
The forgiveness of sins, in a general sense.
A declaration of no objection; (specifically) a declaration used by the Catholic Church to indicate a book, initiative, or appointment to an office has been found to not breach religious or moral norms.