Definition of Redeem
Redeem
re·deem
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(verb)
to buy something back or regain possession of it by making a payment;
e.g. She went to the pawn shop to redeem the necklace she had left there.
(verb)
to receive something of value (such as money, a discount, or merchandise) by making an exchange;
e.g. He went to the store to redeem the coupon for a discount.
(verb)
to carry out, honor, or fulfill a promise or obligation;
e.g. They agreed to redeem their pledge and provide the benefits they had said they would provide.
(verb)
to free someone from some distress such as captivity or struggle, or to clear them of blame, consequences, or debt;
e.g. He arrived to redeem her from her troubles by offering his assistance.
(verb)
to compensate for something bad, evil, or wrong through one's actions;
e.g. She was able to redeem her trustworthiness only by going several good deeds.
(verb)
to improve something, i.e. to repair, reform, or restore it, often in order to offset or compensate for some negative attribute;
e.g. His speech was intended to redeem his image after his grave mistake.
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