Shrift
noun, Archaic.
1.
the imposition of penance by a priest on a penitent after confession.
2.
absolution or remission of sins granted after confession and penance.
3.
confession to a priest.
noun
1.
(archaic) the act or an instance of shriving or being shriven See also short shrift
see: short shrift
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