Word Meaning

reprieve definition and meaning

v. t. To delay the punishment of; to suspend the execution of sentence on; to give a respite to; to respite; as, to reprieve a criminal for thirty days.
v. t. To relieve for a time, or temporarily.
n. A temporary suspension of the execution of a sentence, especially of a sentence of death.
n. Interval of ease or relief; respite.

Crossword clues for reprieve

- An execution? Pardon?
- Brief respite
- Let off hook
- Respite
- Temporary relief
- Temporary stay