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celibacy Definition and Meaning in English (celibacy definition)

noun
Synonyms:abstinencechastitycontinence
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Celibacy definition: Celibacy is the state of voluntarily abstaining from marriage and sexual relations, often for religious or spiritual reasons.

Definitions of Celibacy

  1. 1noun

    Celibacy is the state of voluntarily abstaining from marriage and sexual relations, often for religious or spiritual reasons.

Example Sentences

“Many religious orders require their members to practice celibacy.”

“He chose a life of celibacy to dedicate himself fully to his studies.”

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Celibacy definition: Celibacy is the state of voluntarily abstaining from marriage and sexual relations, often for religious or spiritual reasons.
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'Celibacy' translates to 'celibacy' in English. Celibacy definition: Celibacy is the state of voluntarily abstaining from marriage and sexual relations, often for religious or spiritual reasons.
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