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View synonyms for continence

continence

Also con·ti·nen·cy

[kon-tn-uhns]

noun

  1. self-restraint or abstinence, especially in regard to sexual activity; temperance; moderation.

  2. Physiology.,  the ability to voluntarily control urinary and fecal discharge.



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Other Word Forms

  • noncontinence noun
  • noncontinency noun
  • uncontinence noun
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Word History and Origins

Origin of continence1

First recorded in 1350–1400; Middle English word from Latin word continentia. See continent, -ence
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Example Sentences

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They had had a tick list of tasks to complete and often that was too long to include meaningful engagement, support with eating or unhurried continence care.

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At other times, staff failed to change continence aids regularly enough.

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The brain’s ability to regulate bodily functions, like swallowing and continence, erodes.

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She said children were being failed in areas where there was no dedicated children's continence service.

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When treating the prostate gland, for example, medics want to avoid damage to the nearby bladder or rectum, which could leave patients with lifelong continence issues.

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