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A-Z: General definitions: Temperance
Definition
1. Restraint, self control. One of the Four 'Cardinal Virtues'. 2. Used especially of avoidance of excess in eating and drinking. Often used of complete abstinence from alcohol.Translation
Latin: temperantia 'moderation'.The practice of abstaining from (going without) certain foods / drink / activities, often done for religious reasons
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