Meaning of the word abstainer in English

What does abstainer mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

abstainer

US /æbˈsteɪ.nɚ/
UK /æbˈsteɪ.nər/

Noun

someone who does not do something, especially something they would like to do:

Example:
His grandfather was a lifelong abstainer who never touched a drop of alcohol.