noun
continence
Continence (noun) means the voluntary control of urination and defecation.
noun
1
The voluntary control of urination and defecation.
2
Moderation or self-restraint, especially in sexual activity; abstinence.
3
Uninterrupted course; continuity.
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Etymology
Dated from the 14th century as Middle English contynence, from Old French continence, from Latin continentia (“a repression”). See also countenance.
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What is the meaning of continence?
"continence" (noun) means the voluntary control of urination and defecation.
What are the different meanings of continence?
"continence" has 3 main meanings: 1. The voluntary control of urination and defecation; 2. Moderation or self-restraint, especially in sexual activity; abstinence; 3. Uninterrupted course; continuity.