redeem (v.)

  1. save from sins

    [ Syn: deliver , save ]

  2. restore the honor or worth of

  3. to turn in (vouchers or coupons) and receive something in exchange

  4. exchange or buy back for money; under threat

    [ Syn: ransom ]

  5. pay off (loans or promissory notes)

    [ Syn: pay off ]

  6. convert into cash; of commercial papers

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