abattement

French

noun
Definitions
  • A diminution of physical or moral strength; dejection; exhaustion; despondency.
  • (finance) A type of allowance or tax deduction.
  • (business) A discount.

Etymology

Affix from French abattre (breaks down, beat down).

Origin

French

abattre

Gloss

breaks down, beat down

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