The reduction of the proceeds of a will, when the debts have not yet been satisfied; the reduction of taxes due.
The action of a person that abates, or without proper authority enters a residence after the death of the owner and before the heir takes possession.
An amount abated; that which is taken away by way of reduction; deduction; decrease; a rebate or discount allowed; in particular from a tax.
The act of abating, or the state of being abated; a lessening, diminution, or reduction; a moderation; removal or putting an end to; the suppression.
Waste of stuff in preparing to size.
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.
A positive intake manifold pressure in cars with turbochargers or superchargers.
A coordinate transformation that changes velocity.
A push from behind, as to one who is endeavoring to climb.
Something that helps, or adds power or effectiveness; assistance.
To lift or push from behind (one who is endeavoring to climb); to push up.
To steal.
To give a booster shot to.
To help or encourage (something) to increase or improve; to assist in overcoming obstacles.
To amplify; to signal boost.
To jump-start a vehicle by using cables to connect the battery in a running vehicle to the battery in a vehicle that won't start.