| Answer | Crossword Clue |
|---|---|
| MAR | Render less perfect |
| MAR | Render less than perfect |
| IMPAIR | Render less effective |
| DEFUSE | Render less harmful |
| DEHORN | Render less dangerous, as a heifer |
| EXTENUATE | Render less serious by giving excuses. |
| defang | to cause to become less powerful or threatening; render harmless |
| defangs | to cause to become less powerful or threatening; render harmless |
