Meaning Of The Word Abstinence

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abstinence
uncountable noun: Abstinence is the practice of abstaining from something such as alcoholic drink or sex, often for health or religious reasons.

abstinence in American English
the act of voluntarily doing without some or all food, drink, or other pleasures
noun: forbearance from any indulgence of appetite, esp. from the use of alcoholic beverages

abstinence in British English
noun: the act or practice of refraining from some action or from the use of something, esp alcohol

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