释义 |
temperance /'temparans; 'temprans/ n [U] 1 moderation, self-control, in speech, behaviour and (esp) in the use of alcoholic drinks. (言词、行为上的) 节制; 自制; 克己; (尤指) 节酒; 节饮。 2 total abstinence from alcoholic drinks: 禁酒: (attrib) (形容用法) a '~ society, one for the restriction or abolition of the use of alcoholic drinks. 禁酒会。 |