Meaning of remit

Definition of remit

(noun) the topic that a person, committee, or piece of research is expected to deal with or has authority to deal with; "they set up a group with a remit to suggest ways for strengthening family life"
(law) the act of remitting (especially the referral of a law case to another court)
(verb) send (money) in payment; "remit $25"
hold back to a later time; "let's postpone the exam"
release from (claims, debts, or taxes); "The taxes were remitted"
refer (a matter or legal case) to another committee or authority or court for decision
forgive; "God will remit their sins"
make slack as by lessening tension or firmness
diminish or abate; "The pain finally remitted"

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