noun, noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no'
atonement; redemption; compensation
Refers to making amends for a sin, crime, or wrongdoing, often with a religious or moral connotation. Can also mean compensation in a broader sense.
He made a donation as atonement for his sin.
A ritual of redemption was performed.
Derived from the verb 贖う (あがなう), meaning to atone or redeem. The noun form 贖い is used for the act or concept of atonement.