abstainer

Meanings

• noun

  A person who abstains, especially from alcohol, drugs, or certain foods.

  - "John is an abstainer and doesn't drink alcohol."
  - "The vegan abstainer refused to eat the steak."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with abstainer
abstentious , abstemious , consternation , station

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Variants

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abstain , abstained , abstainer , abstainers , abstaining , abstains

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Etymology

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Derived from the Latin word 'abstinere,' meaning 'to keep away' or 'to withhold.'

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Trivia

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1. The term 'abstainer' was first used in the 15th century.

2. In some cultures, abstaining from certain foods during religious festivals is a common practice.

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Related Concepts

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1. abstention: The act of voluntarily refraining from something, such as food, drink, or other substances.

2. temperance: The quality of being moderate in one's behavior, especially in the consumption of food or alcohol.

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Culture

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Abstainers have been portrayed in literature and art as individuals who have strong willpower and self-control. In some cultures, abstaining from certain foods or substances is considered a sign of piety or spiritual devotion.

How to Memorize "abstainer"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a person holding a glass of water, refusing to take a sip of alcohol.

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3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic by remembering that 'abstainer' starts with the letter 'A' and sounds like 'abstain,' which means 'to keep away'.

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