abstinence |
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| 1. | [ noun ] the trait of abstaining (especially from alcohol) | |
| Synonyms: | abstention | |
| Related terms: | self-discipline abstain | |
| 2. | [ noun ] act or practice of refraining from indulging an appetite | |
| Related terms: | control self-denial inhibition chastity fast sawm teetotaling sobriety | |
| Similar spelling: |
abstinent abstainer abstain |
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