REMISSION


Meaning of REMISSION in English

transcription, транскрипция: [ rɪˈmɪʃən ]

n. 1 the reduction of a prison sentence on account of good behaviour. 2 the remitting of a debt or penalty etc. 3 a diminution of force, effect, or degree (esp. of disease or pain). 4 (often foll. by of) forgiveness (of sins etc.). øøremissive adj. [ME f. OF remission or L remissio (as REMIT)]

English main colloquial, spoken dictionary.      Английский основной разговорный словарь.