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Abatement

Scope note

Use for the permanent or temporary cessation, in whole or in part, of a right, legal proceeding, nuisance, taxes, debt, or other claim.

Term type

AAT

Getty AAT term number

3000260881

Broader Terms used

<judicial functions>

Narrower Terms used

suspension

Equivalent Terms used

abated
abating

Created

13yrs ago

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