abatements

Noun

abatement (countable and uncountable, plural abatements)

1. The act of abating, or the state of being abated; a lessening, diminution, or reduction; a moderation; removal or putting an end to; the suppression.
   • The abatement of a nuisance is the suppression thereof.

   Synonyms:

   assuagement

2. The deduction of minor revenues incidental to an operation in calculating the cost of the operation.
3. The action of a person that abates, or without proper authority enters a residence after the death of the owner and before the heir takes possession.
4. The reduction of the proceeds of a will, when the debts have not yet been satisfied; the reduction of taxes due.
5. An amount abated; that which is taken away by way of reduction; deduction; decrease; a rebate or discount allowed; in particular from a tax.

   Synonyms:

   allowance, rebate, remission

6. 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.

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