BATING
/ˈbeɪtɪŋ/
9
Scrabble
12
WWF
B(3) A(1) T(1) I(1) N(1) G(2)
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Definition
/ˈbeɪtɪŋ/
verb
- To reduce the force of something; to abate.
- To restrain, usually with the sense of being in anticipation
- (sometimes figurative) To cut off, remove, take away.
- To leave out, except, bar.
- To waste away.
verb
- To contend or strive with blows or arguments.
- Of a falcon: To flap the wings vigorously; to bait.
verb
- To soak leather so as to remove chemicals used in tanning; to steep in bate.
verb
- To masturbate.“I could go out and take a walk in the park, but I'd rather stay home and bate all day.”
adjective
- Of the moon, when it is waning.
preposition
- Apart from; except.
Source: Wiktionary
Hooks
Front hooks: A-BATING
