Definition of "bate"
- verb
To reduce the force of something; to abate.
To restrain, usually with the sense of being in anticipation; as, with bated breath.
To cut off, remove, take away.
To leave out, except, bar.
To contend or strive with blows or arguments.
Of a falcon: To flap the wings vigorously.
To soak leather so as to remove chemicals used in tanning; to steep in bate.
To masturbate.
Simple past of beat; = beat.
- noun
Strife; contention.
An alkaline lye which neutralizes the effect of the previous application of lime, and makes hides supple in the process of tanning.
A vat which contains this liquid.
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