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Definition of: intemperance

(in·tempər·əns) noun
1. Lack of moderation or due restraint.
2. Excess in speech or action, especially in the use of alcoholic drinks.
3. An intemperate act. See synonyms under EXCESS. [<OF <L intemperantia]

Most often used phrases:

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habitual intemperance

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