redeemed; redeeming; redeems
Definition of redeem
1a : to buy back : repurchase
b : to get or win back
2 : to free from what distresses or harms: such as
a : to free from captivity by payment of ransom
b : to extricate from or help to overcome something detrimental
c : to release from blame or debt : clear
d : to free from the consequences of sin
3 : to change for the better : reform
b(1) : to remove the obligation of by payment
the U.S. Treasury redeems savings bonds on demand
(2) : to exchange for something of value
redeem trading stamps
c : to make good : fulfill
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The first known use of redeem was in the 15th century
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