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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

pardoner

/ˈpɑːrdənər/ noun · British & US
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What does pardoner mean?

noun

A person who pardons or grants forgiveness, especially a high-ranking official with the power to do so. In medieval literature, a pardoner is a character who sells indulgences or pardons to sinners.

Example

"The pardoner's words were met with skepticism by the villagers, who had heard similar promises before."

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