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Definition of Amende
Amende Amende A`mende", n. [F. See Amend.]
A pecuniary punishment or fine; a reparation or recantation.
Amende honorable. (Old French Law) A species of infamous
punishment in which the offender, being led into court
with a rope about his neck, and a lighted torch in his
hand, begged pardon of his God, the court, etc. In popular
language, the phrase now denotes a public apology or
recantation, and reparation to an injured party, for
improper language or treatment.