dispensation

n.
1.exemption from law,granting of a licence,specialpermission from the Pope豁免法律追究，授予特许，教皇的特许。
△ 1H.VI.5.3.86:“And yet a dispensation maybe had.”不过也许会得到教皇特许。
2. excuse,pretence for evading duty（逃避责任的）借口。
△L.L.L.2.1.87:“seek a dispensation for his oath，”为违背誓约寻找借口。