Abstain
/əbˈsteɪn/
Last Updated: January 2, 2026 at 12:30 PM
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Definition of Abstain
verb
- Keep or withhold oneself.
- Refrain from (something or doing something); keep from doing, especially an indulgence.
"In order to improve his health, Rob decided to abstain from smoking."
- Fast (not eat for a period).
- Deliberately refrain from casting one's vote at a meeting where one is present.
"I abstain from this vote, as I have no particular preference."
- Hinder; keep back; withhold.
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