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amends

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amends

noun pl but singular or pl in constr \ə-ˈmen(d)z\

Definition of AMENDS

: compensation for a loss or injury : recompense <make amends>

Origin of AMENDS

Middle English amendes, from Anglo-French, plural of amende reparation, from amender
First Known Use: 14th century

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