The flashcard defines "pardon" as an idiom used to ask someone to repeat themselves, often in American English. It also explains its usage to express surprise or offense, as an apology for mistakes, or to politely gain attention. Furthermore, it covers the verb form, meaning to officially forgive or spare someone from punishment.
The flashcard defines "pardon" as a convention (idiom) in American English, used to ask someone to repeat what they said. It also gives examples and variations like "Pardon me?" and "I beg your pardon?" to express surprise or offense. Additionally, it covers "pardon" as a way to apologize for a mistake or to politely get attention, and in its verb form, to officially forgive or spare someone from punishment.
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