Mercy
- Proper noun. (given name, female) , one of the less common Puritan virtue names.
- Noun. (uncountable) relenting; forbearance to cause or allow harm to another.
- Noun. (uncountable) forgiveness or compassion, especially toward those less fortunate.
- Noun. (uncountable) A tendency toward forgiveness, pity, or compassion.
- Noun. (countable) Instances of forbearance or forgiveness.
- Noun. A blessing, something to be thankful for.
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