SHRIVE


Meaning of SHRIVE in English

vt to confess, and receive absolution;

— used reflexively.

2. shrive ·vi to receive confessions, as a priest; to administer confession and absolution.

3. shrive ·vt to hear or receive the confession of; to administer confession and absolution to;

— said of a priest as the agent.

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