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Webster 1913 Edition

Exculpatory

Ex-cul′pa-to-ry

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Clearing, or tending to clear, from alleged fault or guilt; excusing.

“An exculpatory letter.”

Johnson.

Webster 1828 Edition

Exculpatory

EXCUL'PATORY

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Adj.

Able to clear from the charge of fault or guilt; excusing; containing excuse.