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abate

The correct spelling is abate.

How to pronounce abate

noun

IPA: /əˈbeɪt/

Say it like: Aba-te

The correct spelling is abate. Abatement. For example: "to abate a nuisance"

Usage Examples

to abate a nuisance

The writ has abated.

to abate a writ

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.Abatement.
  2. 2.An Italian abbot, or other member of the clergy.

verb

  1. 1.(obsolete outside law) To put an end to; to cause to cease.
  2. 2.To become null and void.
  3. 3.To nullify; make void.
  4. 4.To humble; to lower in status; to bring someone down physically or mentally.
  5. 5.To be humbled; to be brought down physically or mentally.

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