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fasting

n.
US //ˈfæstɪŋ// UK //fˈɑːstɪŋ// fast·ing
  1. 1 religious or health practice (n.)
    B2 Upper Intermediate

    the act of choosing not to eat for a certain time, often to follow religious rules or to improve your health.

    the voluntary abstinence from food or drink for a specified period, commonly practiced as a religious rite or a dietary regimen.

    Example

    Fasting is an important part of many religions during certain times of the year.

    Example

    The study suggests that intermittent fasting may improve metabolic health by allowing the body to regulate insulin levels more effectively.

    Usage

    Often used as an uncountable noun when referring to the general practice.
Origin

By surface analysis, fast + -ing.

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