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continence

/ˈkɒn.tɪ.nəns/

/ˈkɑːn.tɪ.nəns/

Translations

continencenoun

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.

Additional translations

Synonyms

continenceadjective

/ˈkɒn.tɪ.nəns/

/ˈkɑːn.tɪ.nəns/

Attributive use of the noun in compounds such as "continence products"; not gradable.

continencenoun

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.

continenceadjective

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.