teetotaling
/ˈtiˌtoʊtəlɪŋ/
noun
- The practice or principle of never drinking alcohol.
- The organization promotes teetotaling among young people.
- Teetotaling became popular in the 19th century as part of the temperance movement.
- His teetotaling is a personal choice, not a religious requirement.
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adjective
- Engaged in or characterized by complete abstinence from alcohol.
- The teetotaling crowd at the picnic enjoyed lemonade and iced tea.
- The teetotaling members of the group sat at a separate table.
- She leads a teetotaling lifestyle and feels healthier for it.