Meaning of the word abatement in English

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abatement

US /əˈbeɪt.mənt/
UK /əˈbeɪt.mənt/
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Noun

1.

the action of lessening or reducing something, especially a nuisance or a tax

Example:
The city council approved a tax abatement for new businesses.
Noise abatement measures were implemented near the airport.
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