Meaning & Definition of Bate in English
English⟶
Bate
/bet/
verb
1. Moderate or restrain
- Lessen the force of
- "He bated his breath when talking about this affair"
- "Capable of bating his enthusiasm"
synonym:
- bate
2. Flap the wings wildly or frantically
- Used of falcons
synonym:
- bate
3. Soak in a special solution to soften and remove chemicals used in previous treatments
- "Bate hides and skins"
synonym:
- bate