Definition of bate

competent Definition: (adjective) having the skill and knowledge needed for a particular task; capable Petersons.com

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bate ² also bait    (bt) KEY  

intr.v.
bat·ed , also bait·ed bat·ing , bait·ing bates , baits

To flap the wings wildly or frantically. Used of a falcon.

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ETYMOLOGY:
Middle English baten, from Old French batre, to beat ; see batter ¹

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