celibacy
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/ˈselɪbəsi/
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/ˈselɪbəsi/
Choosing not to get married or have a romantic relationship, especially for religious reasons.
He took a vow of celibacy when he joined the monastery.
他加入修道院時發誓要保持獨身。
Choosing not to have sex for a certain period of time.
She decided to try celibacy for a while to focus on her career.
她決定嘗試一段時間的獨身,以便專注於她的事業。