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Meaning of bates

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. Example: I could go out and take a walk in the park, but I'd rather stay home and bate all day.

Source: Free Dictionary API.

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