Defn: In a plane, the two imaginary circular points at infinity; in space of three dimensions, the imaginary circle at infinity.
ABSOLUTELY
Ab"so*lute*ly, adv.
Defn: In an absolute, independent, or unconditional manner; wholly; positively.
ABSOLUTENESS
Ab"so*lute*ness, n.
Defn: The quality of being absolute; independence of everything extraneous; unlimitedness; absolute power; independent reality; positiveness.
ABSOLUTION Ab`so*lu"tion, n. Etym: [F. absolution, L. absolutio, fr. absolvere to absolve. See Absolve.]
1. An absolving, or setting free from guilt, sin, or penalty; forgiveness of an offense. "Government . . . granting absolution to the nation." Froude.
2. (Civil Law)
Defn: An acquittal, or sentence of a judge declaring and accused person innocent. [Obs.]
3. (R. C. Ch.)