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remit


2re·mit

noun \ri-ˈmit, ˈrē-ˌ\

Definition of REMIT

1
: an act of remitting (see 1remit)
2
: something remitted to another person or authority
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Origin of REMIT

(see 1remit)
First Known Use: 15th century

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