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Abstain Definition & Meaning

abstain
verb
  1. refrain from voting
  2. choose not to consume; "I abstain from alcohol"

"Abstain" in song lyrics

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  • "Pain and frustration; abstain"
    Bizzy Bone f/ H.I.T.L.A.H. Capo-Confuscious — Waitin' For Warfare

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Frequently asked questions

What does abstain mean?
refrain from voting choose not to consume; "I abstain from alcohol"
What part of speech is abstain?
Abstain is a verb.
How many definitions does abstain have?
Abstain has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (verb).

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