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Celibacy

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Definition

Celibacy is the state of voluntarily abstaining from marriage and sexual relations.

Synonyms & similar words

sexualabstention chastity abstinence chastity continence self-restraint purity virginity singleness unmarriedness abnegation self-denial self-discipline self-control temperance celibate abstention refraining forbearance renunciation abandonment singlehood

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