单词 | abstention |
释义 | abstention —abstention /æbˈsten.ʃən/ noun [C or U] (NOT VOTING) ► F0 the fact of not voting in favour of or against someone or something: » There were high levels of abstention (from voting) in the last elections.» There were ten votes in favour, six against, and three abstentions.Thesaurus+: ↑Electionsnoun [U] FORMAL (NOT DOING) ► F0 not doing something, such as drinking alcohol or having sex: » Abstention from alcohol is essential while you are taking this medication.Thesaurus+: ↑Abstaining and refraining |
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