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indulgence
noun
The remission by the pope of the temporal punishment in purgatory that is still due for sins even after absolution
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ɪnˈdʌld͡ʒəns
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noun
The remission by the pope of the temporal punishment in purgatory that is still due for sins even after absolution
“In the Middle Ages the unrestricted sale of indulgences by pardoners became a widespread abuse”
noun
Foolish or senseless behavior
noun
The act of indulging or gratifying a desire
noun
A disposition to yield to the wishes of someone
“Too much indulgence spoils a child”
noun
An inability to resist the gratification of whims and desires
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In the Middle Ages the unrestricted sale of indulgences by pardoners became a widespread abuse
Too much indulgence spoils a child
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