plural apologies
Definition of apology
1a
: an admission of error or discourtesy accompanied by an expression of regret
a public apology
b
apologies plural
: an expression of regret for not being able to do something
I won't be able to attend. Please give them my apologies.
2a
: something that is said or written to defend something that other people criticize : defense
The book is an apology for capitalism.
b
: excuse sense 2a
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The first known use of apology was in 1533
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