continence

UK
/ˈkɒn.tɪ.nəns/
US
/ˈkɑːn.tɪ.nəns/

Übersetzungen

continencesubstantiv
He practiced continence as part of his spiritual discipline.
Он практиковал воздержание как часть своей духовной дисциплины.
The doctor discussed the importance of continence with the patient.
Врач обсудил с пациентом важность континенции.
continenceadjektiv
UK
/ˈkɒn.tɪ.nəns/
US
/ˈkɑːn.tɪ.nəns/
Attributive use of the noun in compounds such as "continence products"; not gradable.

Definitionen

continencesubstantiv
Self-restraint or moderation, especially in regard to sexual activity.
The monk took a vow of continence as part of his spiritual practice.
The ability to control bodily functions, particularly the bladder and bowels.
After the surgery, the patient worked on exercises to improve continence.
continenceadjektiv
Relating to the control of bladder and bowel functions or to self-restraint from bodily discharges.
The hospital stocks a wide range of continence products for patients recovering from surgery.