abstinenceglossary / ABSTINENCE abstinence (ab-st[schwa]-n[schwa]nts). The practice of refraining completely from indulgence in some act; esp., the practice of not having sex or of not consuming alcoholic beverages. 词条贡献者 译员圣强,国际仲裁与争端解决专业,专注翻译各种与跨境争议有关的法律文件。