celibate in Latin
celibate in Latin is caelebs — celibate means not married, or abstaining from sexual activity.
celibate in Latin
caelebs
(chiefly religious) Not married. [from 1827]
What does "celibate" mean?
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adj Not married, or abstaining from sexual activity.
"He has remained celibate since taking his vows."
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noun A person who abstains from marriage or sex, especially for religious reasons.
"The monastery was home to a small community of celibates."
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celibate in a sentence
- He has remained celibate since taking his vows.
- She decided to stay celibate while focusing on her career.
- The monastery was home to a small community of celibates.
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What is "celibate" in Latin?
"celibate" in Latin is caelebs. celibate means: Not married, or abstaining from sexual activity.
How do you use "celibate" in a sentence?
Example: "He has remained celibate since taking his vows." In Latin, "celibate" is caelebs.
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