Attemper

at-tem'per, v. t. [attempered (-perd), -perixg.] To reduce, modify, or moderate, by mix suitable; ture: to soften; to adapt. to mix in just proportion; to" make Attempt, at-temf, v. t. To make trial of; to make an attack upon. — v. i. To make an effort or an attack. — n. An e ay, trial, or endeavor.