What is the meaning of bated?

verb

  • Moderate or restrain; lessen the force of.
    • usage: "He bated his breath when talking about this affair"; "capable of bating his enthusiasm"
  • Flap the wings wildly or frantically; used of falcons.
  • Soak in a special solution to soften and remove chemicals used in previous treatments.
    • usage: "bate hides and skins"

adjective

  • Diminished or moderated.
    • usage: "our bated enthusiasm"; "his bated hopes"
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