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Definition
abstaining from (i.e., never having) sexual intercourse
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an unmarried person who has taken a religious vow of chastity
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an unmarried person who has taken a religious vow of chastity
- A Gothic statue implies celibacy, just as a Greek statue implies fruition, and perhaps this was what Mr. Beebe meant.Chapter 8 (37% in)
- His belief in celibacy, so reticent, so carefully concealed beneath his tolerance and culture, now came to the surface and expanded like some delicate flower.Chapter 18 (81% in)
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