Specifically, the practice of abstaining from intoxicating beverages, called also total abstinence
The practice of self-denial by depriving ones self (partly or totally) of certain kinds of food or drink, especially meat
The practice of self-denial by depriving one's self of certain kinds of food or drink, especially of meat
Abstinence is the practice of abstaining from something such as alcoholic drink or sex, often for health or religious reasons. six months of abstinence. total abstinence from alcohol. = abstention. the practice of not having something you enjoy, especially alcohol or sex, usually for reasons of religion or health
The act or practice of abstaining; voluntary forbearance of any action, especially the refraining from an indulgence of appetite, or from customary gratifications of animal or sensual propensities