continence

continence definition - medical

con·ti·nence (kŏnˈtə-nəns)

noun
  1. Self-restraint; moderation.
  2. Voluntary control over urinary and fecal discharge.
  3. Partial or complete abstention from sexual activity.

Related Forms:

  • conˈti·nent adjective

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