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Clues for the word "ABSTEMIOUS"

We've had 7 crossword clues used for this word, and seen it 5 times in crosswords. It was last seen in Guardian Cryptic crossword on October 20, 2017.

Definition of abstemious

• a. - Abstaining from wine.
• a. - Sparing in diet; refraining from a free use of food and strong drinks; temperate; abstinent; sparing in the indulgence of the appetite or passions.
• a. - Sparingly used; used with temperance or moderation; as, an abstemious diet.
• a. - Marked by, or spent in, abstinence; as, an abstemious life.
• a. - Promotive of abstemiousness.

Last Seen In

• Guardian Cryptic - October 20, 2017
• Guardian Quick - January 09, 2016
• Guardian Cryptic - December 10, 2014
• Guardian Cryptic - February 13, 2014
• Guardian Quiptic - November 11, 2002