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abstinence

🇬🇧 UK/'æbstinәns/🇺🇸 US
TOEFLC2

Definitions

n.

The practice of refraining from indulging in food, alcohol, or other desires; self-denial

节制,禁欲;戒酒,戒食

🧩 Root Breakdown

Root-derived
absaway from, off
+
tinhold, keep
+
encestate, quality
=abstinence

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    Religious abstinence from meat was observed.

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