continence
Pronunciation
/kˈɑːntɪnəns/

Definition & Meaning of "continence"in English

Continence
01

the act of restraining yourself from sexual intercourse

Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Abstract
Composition
Compound
Uncountable
Examples
The monk took a vow of continence as part of his spiritual discipline.
02

the ability to consciously control the release of urine or feces

Examples
After the surgery, the patient temporarily lost continence.
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