Oblivion
- Oblivion
- Oblivion Ob*liv"i*on, n. [L. oblivio, akin to oblivisci to
forget: cf. OF. oblivion.]
1. The act of forgetting, or the state of being forgotten;
cessation of remembrance; forgetfulness.
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Second childishness and mere oblivion. --Shak.
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Among our crimes oblivion may be set. --Dryden
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The origin of our city will be buried in eternal
oblivion. --W. Irving.
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2. Official ignoring of offenses; amnesty, or general pardon;
as, an act of oblivion. --Sir J. Davies.
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Syn: See {Forgetfulness}.
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