acquittance

noun

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Pronunciation: /əˈkwɪtəns/

Etymology: From Anglo-Norman acquitance, Middle French aquitance, from acquiter (“to acquit”). Compare later acquittal.

A writing which is evidence of a discharge; a receipt in full, which bars a further demand.
“You can produce acquittances / For such a sum, from special officers.”
Payment of debt; settlement.
The release from a debt, or from some obligation or duty; exemption.
The dismissal of a legal charge against someone; acquittal.
“This was a task more difficult than that of self acquittance.”
The acquittal of one's duties; the carrying out of fulfilment of a job or role.

Etymology: From Anglo-Norman acquitance, Middle French aquitance, from acquiter (“to acquit”). Compare later acquittal.