To contend or strive with blows or arguments.
To deprive of.
To restrain, usually with the sense of being in anticipation
To soak leather so as to remove chemicals used in tanning; to steep in bate.
To masturbate.
To waste away.
To allow by way of abatement or deduction.
To reduce the force of something; to abate.
To cut off, remove, take away.
To lessen by retrenching, deducting, or reducing; to abate; to beat down; to lower.
Of a falcon: To flap the wings vigorously; to bait.
Strife; contention.
An alkaline lye which neutralizes the effect of the previous application of lime, and makes hides supple in the process of tanning.
A vat which contains this liquid.
To give a passionate character to.
Fervor, determination.
A display, musical composition, or play meant to commemorate the suffering of Jesus.
The suffering of Jesus leading up to and during his crucifixion.
An object of passionate or romantic love or strong romantic interest.
Any great, strong, powerful emotion, especially romantic love or extreme hate.
A true desire sustained or prolonged.
Sexual intercourse, especially when very emotional.