continence
🇬🇧 UK/'kɒntinәns/🇺🇸 US
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Definitions
n.
Self-restraint, especially in sexual matters; voluntary control over bodily functions such as urination
节制;自制;(排泄)自控能力
🧩 Root Breakdown
Root-derivedCommon Collocations
- 1.sexual continence性节制
- 2.medical continence医学大陆
Example Sentences
- 1.
The monk practiced continence and self-control as part of his spiritual discipline.