The word "ABSTERTION" is spelled with a silent "b" at the beginning, followed by "s-t-e-r-t-i-o-n". The phonetic transcription for this word is /əbˈstɜːʃən/, with the stress on the second syllable. The word means the act of cleaning or purging, particularly of bodily fluids such as pus or mucus. While obscure, it is an interesting word that highlights the intricacies of the English language and its evolving vocabulary. Its varied spelling and pronunciation highlight the importance of understanding the fundamental rules of phonetics in understanding words better.