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celibacy in French

celibacy in French is célibat — celibacy means the state of not marrying, often for religious reasons.

celibacy in French

célibat
noun

What does "celibacy" mean?

  1. noun The state of not marrying, often for religious reasons.
    "Catholic priests take a vow of celibacy."
  2. noun Abstaining from sexual activity.
    "He chose a period of celibacy after the relationship ended."
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celibacy in a sentence

  • Catholic priests take a vow of celibacy.
  • He chose a period of celibacy after the relationship ended.

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What is "celibacy" in French?

"celibacy" in French is célibat. celibacy means: The state of not marrying, often for religious reasons.

How do you use "celibacy" in a sentence?

Example: "Catholic priests take a vow of celibacy." In French, "celibacy" is célibat.

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