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Abatement.

(obsolete outside law) To put an end to; to cause to cease.

Example: to abate a nuisance

To become null and void.

Example: The writ has abated.

To nullify; make void.

Example: to abate a writ

To humble; to lower in status; to bring someone down physically or mentally.

To enter a tenement without permission after the owner has died and before the heir takes possession.

An Italian abbot, or other member of the clergy.