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fasting

/ˈfæstɪŋ/ noun, verb · British & US
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What does fasting mean?

noun, verb

The act of abstaining from food and drink for a period of time, typically for spiritual or health reasons. To abstain from food and drink for a period of time.

Example

"The monk began a period of fasting to prepare for the upcoming holiday."

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