indulgence

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Definitions

noun

the remission by the pope of the temporal punishment in purgatory that is still due for sins even after absolution

Definition: WordNet 3.1, Princeton University.

/ˌɪndˈʌldʒʌns/ · 3 syllables · CMUdict (BSD-3-Clause)

Forms from WordNet 3.1 morphology — every form attested in the dictionary.

foolish or senseless behavior

the act of indulging or gratifying a desire

a disposition to yield to the wishes of someone

Synonyms grouped by meaning — WordNet 3.1 (Princeton University).

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