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shrove

The correct spelling is shrove.

How to pronounce shrove

verb

IPA: /ʃɹəʊv/

Say it like: Shr-ove

The correct spelling is shrove. To hear or receive a confession (of sins etc.)

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Definition

verb

  1. 1.To hear or receive a confession (of sins etc.)
  2. 2.To prescribe penance or absolution.
  3. 3.To confess, and receive absolution.
  4. 4.To join in the festivities of Shrovetide.
  5. 5.(by extension) To make merry.

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