Pronunciation: \ab-ˈstē-mē-əs\ (listen to it on m-w.com)
Adjective: Marked by restraint; abstinence. Sparing. Especially in regards to food and alcohol consumption.
Etymology: Early 17th century. From Latin abstemius; temetum (strong wine; intoxicating liquor)
Usage: Lots of great usage examples in Google Books search results.
Tuesday, January 12, 2010
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