remission
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/rɪˈmɪʃn/
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/rɪˈmɪʃn/
noun
R
A temporary recovery from a serious illness.
The patient has been in remission for the past six months.
R
A reduction in a prison sentence for good behavior.
She has been granted a remission of sentence.
R
A reduction or cancellation of a debt or payment.
New businesses may qualify for tax remission.
translation
A temporary recovery from a serious illness.; A reduction in a prison sentence for good behavior.; A reduction or cancellation of a debt or payment.
Word Forms
Plural
remissions