fasting
/ˈfæstɪŋ/
noun
- The practice of not eating food, or eating very little, for a period of time, often for religious, health, or spiritual reasons.
- Intermittent fasting has become a popular way to manage weight.
- Many people observe fasting during the month of Ramadan.
- Her doctor recommended a short fast before the blood test.
Synonyms
adjective
- Not eating food, or eating very little, especially for a specific purpose.
- She followed a strict fasting schedule for two weeks.
- Fasting individuals should drink plenty of water.
- The fasting participants reported feeling more focused.