acquittance

/əˈkwɪtəns/

From Anglo-Norman acquitance, Middle French aquitance, from acquiter (“to acquit”). Compare later acquittal.

1now historicalA writing which is evidence of a discharge; a receipt in full, which bars a further demand. [from 14th c.]
2now rarePayment of debt; settlement. [from 14th c.]
3now historicalThe release from a debt, or from some obligation or duty; exemption. [from 14th c.]