Meaning of the word abstain in English
What does abstain mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
abstain
US /æbˈsteɪn/
UK /æbˈsteɪn/
Verb
1.
to not do something, especially something enjoyable that you think might be bad:
Example:
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He took a vow to abstain from alcohol/smoking/sex.
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