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    rebate

    rebate - Dictionary definition and meaning for word rebate

    Definition
    (noun) a refund of some fraction of the amount paid
    Synonyms : discount
    Definition
    (noun) a rectangular groove made to hold two pieces together
    Synonyms : rabbet
    Definition
    (verb) give a reduction in the price during a sale
    Example Sentence
    • The store is rebating refrigerators this week
    Definition
    (verb) cut a rebate in (timber or stone) Definition
    (verb) join with a rebate
    Example Sentence
    • rebate the pieces of timber and stone
   Mnemonics (Memory Aids) for rebate

R(Rates)+ebate(abate); so rates are abated

Rebate is same as abate, bt normally used for price RATE.

RE+BATE..SOUNDS LIKE BEAT..SO WHEN someone ask you to pay.. return for the part of payment..(which he has given you..you beat him ..

re(bait) try to bait ppl to buy a product by giving discount

rebate: r(rates)+eba(y)+te. u know they always have reduction in rates at ebay!! happy learning.. :)

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