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Etymology[]
From Old French abatement, French abattement.
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Noun[]
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Abatement ({{{1}}})
- The act of abating, or the state of being abated; a lessening, diminution, or reduction; removal or putting an end to; as, the abatement of a nuisance is the suppression thereof.
- The amount abated; that which is taken away by way of reduction; deduction; decrease; a rebate or discount allowed.
- Template:Heraldry A mark of dishonor on an escutcheon; any figure added to the coat of arms tending to lower the dignity or station of the bearer.
- (law) The entry of a stranger, without right, into a freehold after the death of the last possessor, before the heir or devisee.
Derived terms[]
- defense in abatement
- plea in abatement
Translations[]
the act of abating or the state of being abated
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References[]
- Template:R:Heraldry 1862
Shorthand[]
- Gregg (Version: Centennial,Series 90,DJS,Simplified,Anniversary,Pre-Anniversary): a - b - a - t - m
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