Definition of continence Continence

con•ti•nence

We found 7 definitions of continence from 4 different sources.

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What does continence mean?

WordNet

WordNet by Princeton University

Noun

Plural: continences

continence - the exercise of self constraint in sexual matters
  continency
  self-discipline, self-denial the trait of practicing self discipline
continence - voluntary control over urinary and fecal discharge
  restraint, control the act of controlling by restraining someone or something; "the unlawful restraint of trade"
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  • continence (n.)
    Alt. of Continency

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