 bate |
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| 1. | [ verb ] flap the wings wildly or frantically; used of falcons | |
| Related terms: | beat | |
| 2. | [ verb ] moderate or restrain; lessen the force of | |
| Examples: | "He bated his breath when talking about this affair" "capable of bating his enthusiasm" |
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| Related terms: | control | |
| 3. | [ noun ] Last name, frequency rank in the U.S. is 13854 | |
| 4. | [ verb ] soak in a special solution to soften and remove chemicals used in previous treatments | |
| Examples: | "bate hides and skins" |
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| Related terms: | drench chemistry | |
| Similar spelling: |
Batte Batey bat battue Battie Battey bateau Bade baht bait Batt bayat baeda Baity Baade bathe Batie Batty Bad baddie Bata Baty baud Bady bawd bath |
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