History
History
Synonyms
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US
Meaning:
celibacy

the state of living unmarried or not having sexual intercourse, especially as a religious obligation

abstinence from sexual activity

chastity

the state of being chaste

celibacy, purity

sobriety

the condition of being sober

abstinence

temperance

self-control in speech, behaviour and (especially) in the use of alcoholic drink; the state of not drinking any alcoholic drink

self-restraint; abstinence

virginity

state of being a virgin

celibacy, chastity

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