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Abate Definition & Meaning

abate
verb
  1. make less active or intense
  2. become less in amount or intensity; "The storm abated"; "The rain let up after a few hours"

"Abate" in song lyrics

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  • "clinton county abate"
    AOL — AOL
  • "abate 19"
    AOL — AOL
  • "michael abate"
    AOL — AOL

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Frequently asked questions

What does abate mean?
make less active or intense become less in amount or intensity; "The storm abated"; "The rain let up after a few hours"
What part of speech is abate?
Abate is a verb.
How many definitions does abate have?
Abate has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (verb).

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