1. third person singular present of shrieve: to hear confession and give absolution
Usage: archaic; religious

Examples

• The old priest shrieves the penitent in the confessional.
• In medieval times, a cleric shrieves those seeking forgiveness.
• The chaplain shrieves soldiers before battle.
• She shrieves the dying man of his sins.
• The monk shrieves pilgrims who visit the monastery.