Mercy

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

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