Where does “condone” come from?
Condone comes from Latin condōnāre, formed from the prefix con- (together) and dōnāre (to give), literally meaning to give away or remit.
condone (English): To forgive, excuse or overlook; To allow, accept...
Definitions
- To forgive, excuse or overlook; To allow, accept...
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