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11/17/2007

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Term
Abate
Definition
Verb.
To reduce in amount, degree, etc.
Term
Abattage
Definition
Noun
To renounce or relenquish a throne, right, power or claim esp. in a formal manner
Term
Aberant
Definition
Adjective
1. Straying from the right, normal, or usual course. 2. Deviating from the ordinary. uusual or normal type; exceptional; abnormal
Term
Abbeyance
Definition

Noun

Temporary inactivity, cessation, or suspension 

Term
Abject
Definition

Adjective

Utterly hopless, humiliating, or wretched 

Term
Abjure
Definition

Verb t.

To renounce or retract especially with solemnity; recant. 

Term
Abstemious
Definition

Adjective

Sparing or moderate in eating and drinking, temperate in diet. 

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