abstainment
|ab-stain-ment|
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/əbˈsteɪnmənt/
(abstain)
refrain from
Etymology
Etymology Information
'abstainment' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'abstinentia,' where 'ab-' meant 'away from' and 'tenere' meant 'to hold.'
Historical Evolution
'abstinentia' transformed into the Old French word 'abstenance,' and eventually became the modern English word 'abstainment' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'holding oneself back,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'refraining from certain activities or substances.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the act of refraining from something, especially from consuming alcohol or engaging in certain activities.
His abstainment from alcohol lasted for over a year.
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Last updated: 2025/04/08 09:21