celibacy
noun/ˈsɛlɪbəsi/
Frequency rank: #14,165 most common English word
Meaning
The state of abstaining from marriage and sexual relations, especially for religious reasons.
Example sentence
The monk took a vow of celibacy when he joined the monastery.
Synonyms & related words
- abstinence
- chastity
- abstention
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