celibate
US /ˈsel.ə.bət/
UK /ˈsel.ə.bət/
形容词
独身的, 禁欲的
abstaining from marriage and sexual relations, typically for religious reasons
示例:
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Priests in the Catholic Church are required to be celibate.
天主教会的神父被要求保持独身。
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He chose to remain celibate throughout his life.
他选择一生保持独身。
名词
独身者, 禁欲者
a person who abstains from marriage and sexual relations
示例:
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He lived as a celibate, dedicating his life to spiritual pursuits.
他以独身者的身份生活，将一生奉献给精神追求。
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The monastery was home to many celibates.
修道院是许多独身者的家。