ABSTEMIOUSNESS
\ɐbstˈiːmi͡əsnəs], \ɐbstˈiːmiəsnəs], \ɐ_b_s_t_ˈiː_m_iə_s_n_ə_s]\
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The quality of being abstemious, temperate, or sparing in the use of food and strong drinks. It expresses a greater degree of abstinence than temperance.
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The quality of being abstemious, temperate, or sparing in the use of food and strong drinks. It expresses a greater degree of abstinence than temperance.
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By Nuttall, P.Austin.
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