Words that rhyme with bate

Bate is a 1-syllable word with 364 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are primate, chait, vacate. This word appears in songs across our database, making it a versatile choice for songwriters and poets.

Definition of bate

verb
  1. moderate or restrain; lessen the force of; "He bated his breath when talking about this affair"; "capable of bating his enthusiasm"
  2. flap the wings wildly or frantically; used of falcons
  3. soak in a special solution to soften and remove chemicals used in previous treatments; "bate hides and skins"

Examples of "bate" in lyrics

See how bate is used at the end of a line in songs:

  • "Keep it funky at the gangster bate"
    Above the Law — Apocalypse Now
  • "with trey-eights, keep the theives at bate"
    Buddha Monk & Popa Wu f/ Daddy Rose, I-Born, ShaCronz, Suga Bang Bang — One Life to Live
  • "When I'm baller lining, I'm be a bate"
    Guerilla Maab f/ H.A.W.K., Will-Lean — Southside Story

What do these rhymes mean?

abbreviate
reduce in scope while retaining essential elements; "The manuscript must be shortened" shorten
abdicate
give up, such as power, as of monarchs and emperors, or duties and obligations
chait
the first Hindu calendar month (corresponding to March in the Gregorian calendar)
primate
a senior clergyman and dignitary any placental mammal of the order Primates
vacate
leave (a job, post, or position) voluntarily; "She vacated the position when she got pregnant

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

When using "bate" in your lyrics, consider mixing perfect rhymes with near rhymes (slant rhymes) for a more natural flow. Perfect rhymes like primate, chait, vacate create a satisfying resolution, while slant rhymes add variety and keep listeners engaged.

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