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Remit

Ree-MIHT

/riːˈmɪt/

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remit

Dictionary meaning

(law) the act of remitting (especially the referral of a law case to another court).

Examples

  • They set up a group with a remit to suggest ways for strengthening family life.
  • The pain finally remitted.

Synonyms: remitment

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