v. t.
To show what may be practicably and safely defalcated from them [ the estimates ]. Burke. [ 1913 Webster ]
v. i. To commit defalcation; to embezzle money held in trust. “Some partner defalcating, or the like.” Carlyle. [ 1913 Webster ]
v. t. [ Pref. de- down + L. flare, flatus to blow. ] To reduce from an inflated condition; used literally and metaphorically;
adj.
v. t. [ Pref. de- down + L. flare, flatus to blow. ] To reduce from an inflated condition; used literally and metaphorically;
adj.