A Dictionary of the English Language/abater
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Aba′ter. n. s. The agent or cause by which an abatement is procured; that by which any thing is lessened.
Abaters of acrimony or sharpness, are expressed oils of ripe vegetables, and all preparations of such; as of almonds, pistachoes, and other nuts.Arbuthnot on Diet.
