abatement

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Contents 1 English 1.1 Etymology 1.2 Pronunciation 1.3 Noun 1.3.1 Derived terms 1.3.2 Translations 1.4 References 1.5 Shorthand

[edit] English

[edit] Etymology

From Old French abatement, French abattement.

[edit] Pronunciation

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[edit] Noun

abatement (plural abatements)

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.
2. The amount abated; that which is taken away by way of reduction; deduction; decrease; a rebate or discount allowed.
3. (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.
4. (law) The entry of a stranger, without right, into a freehold after the death of the last possessor, before the heir or devisee.

[edit] Derived terms

• defense in abatement
• plea in abatement

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[edit] References

• The Manual of Heraldry, Fifth Edition, by Anonymous, London, 1862, online at [1]

[edit] Shorthand

• Gregg (Version: Centennial,Series 90,DJS,Simplified,Anniversary,Pre-Anniversary): a - b - a - t - m