Amnesty Definition

amnesty
noun
  1. a period during which offenders are exempt from punishment
  2. a warrant granting release from punishment for an offense
  3. the formal act of liberating someone
verb
  1. grant a pardon to (a group of people)

"Amnesty" in song lyrics

See how amnesty is used in real songs:

  • "Answer me, You can't plead the fifth degree, No amnesty"
    Dr. Ama — It's Mine
  • "Unanimously denied your amnesty"
    K-Rino — Barbedwire Discipline
  • "wichita amnesty"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "amnesty"

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