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abrosia

|a-bro-sia|

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/əˈbroʊʒə/

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/əˈbrəʊʒə/

abstaining from food

Etymology
Etymology Information

'abrosia' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'abrosia,' where 'a-' meant 'not' and 'brosia' meant 'food.'

Historical Evolution

'abrosia' has remained largely unchanged from its Greek origins to its modern English usage.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'not eating,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

the act of fasting or abstaining from food.

During the religious festival, many participants practiced abrosia.

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Last updated: 2025/04/06 12:51