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abatement in Norwegian

abatement in Norwegian is bekjempelse, det å avta, minking — abatement means a reduction in the amount, degree or intensity of something, especially something unwanted such as noise, pollution or tax.

abatement in Norwegian

bekjempelse
noun
The act of abating, or the state of being abated; a lessening, diminution, or reduction; a moderation; removal or putting an end to; the suppression. [First attested from 1340 to 1470.]
det å avta
noun
The act of abating, or the state of being abated; a lessening, diminution, or reduction; a moderation; removal or putting an end to; the suppression. [First attested from 1340 to 1470.]
minking
noun
The act of abating, or the state of being abated; a lessening, diminution, or reduction; a moderation; removal or putting an end to; the suppression. [First attested from 1340 to 1470.]
reduksjon
noun
The act of abating, or the state of being abated; a lessening, diminution, or reduction; a moderation; removal or putting an end to; the suppression. [First attested from 1340 to 1470.]

What does "abatement" mean?

  1. noun A reduction in the amount, degree or intensity of something, especially something unwanted such as noise, pollution or tax.
    "The council ordered noise abatement measures after complaints from neighbours."
  2. noun The legally required removal or containment of a hazard from a building or site.
    "Asbestos abatement added three months to the renovation schedule."
  3. noun The act of formally ending or suspending a legal action or nuisance.
    "The suit went into abatement when the defendant died."
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abatement in a sentence

  • The council ordered noise abatement measures after complaints from neighbours.
  • Homeowners over 65 qualify for a small tax abatement.
  • Asbestos abatement added three months to the renovation schedule.
  • The suit went into abatement when the defendant died.

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What is "abatement" in Norwegian?

"abatement" in Norwegian is bekjempelse, det å avta, minking. abatement means: A reduction in the amount, degree or intensity of something, especially something unwanted such as noise, pollution or tax.

How do you use "abatement" in a sentence?

Example: "The council ordered noise abatement measures after complaints from neighbours." In Norwegian, "abatement" is bekjempelse, det å avta, minking.

Are there other ways to say "abatement" in Norwegian?

Yes — Norwegian has 4 translations listed for "abatement": bekjempelse, det å avta, minking, reduksjon.

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