celibacy — the practice of abstaining from sexual relations, especially as a religious vow
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the practice of abstaining from sexual relations, especially as a religious vow
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈselɪbəsi/
Korean meaning: 금욕, 독신 (특히 종교적 서약으로서 성관계를 금하는 것)
Korean pronunciation: **셀**리버시
Example Sentences
- He chose celibacy to focus entirely on his spiritual journey.
- The debate over priestly celibacy continues in many churches.
- After his third divorce, Tom jokingly said he was considering a life of celibacy.
celibacy
NOUN//ˈselɪbəsi//
the practice of abstaining from sexual relations, especially as a religious vow
A monk practices celibacy through prayer and religious devotion
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The monk rejects both democracy and bureaucracy through celibacy.
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Origin
From Latin 'caelibatus' meaning 'unmarried' or 'single,' derived from 'caelebs' (unmarried person). The word entered English through Old French and Medieval Latin ecclesiastical usage.
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“He chose celibacy to focus entirely on his spiritual journey.”
“The debate over priestly celibacy continues in many churches.”
“After his third divorce, Tom jokingly said he was considering a life of celibacy.”
“The monk's commitment to celibacy was as strong as his Wi-Fi password – unbreakable!”
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