quittance

noun

quit·tance ˈkwi-tᵊn(t)s

Synonyms of quittance next

: discharge from a debt or an obligation

: a document evidencing quittance

: recompense, requital

Examples of quittance in a Sentence

the indentured servant obtained a quittance from his master stating he was free to leave and was no longer required to work the court awarded the plaintiff a substantial quittance for bodily injury and emotional distress

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

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The first known use of quittance was in the 14th century

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“Quittance.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/quittance. Accessed 22 Nov. 2024.

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quittance

noun

quit·tance ˈkwit-ᵊn(t)s

: a freeing from a debt or responsibility

: a document certifying quittance

: something given in return : recompense

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quittance

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