Definitions

1. noun

the state or practice of abstaining from sexual relations, especially for religious or moral reasons.

“She chose to maintain her celibacy until marriage.”

2. noun

a state of being unmarried, especially when chosen for personal or moral reasons.

“His decision to remain unmarried was seen as a form of celibacy.”

3. noun

the state of being unmarried, especially when resulting from a vow of chastity.

“The monks’ vow of celibacy was a key part of their monastic order.”