Dictionary
clem•en•cy
Pronunciation: (klem'un-sē), [key]—
n.,
—pl. -cies.
1. the quality of being clement; disposition to show forbearance, compassion, or forgiveness in judging or punishing; leniency; mercy.
2. an act or deed showing mercy or leniency.
3. (of the weather) mildness or temperateness.
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