Fasting

Pronunciation: /ˈfæstɪŋ/

Fasting (noun)

  1. A period when you do not eat food, usually for health, religion, or a test.
  2. A religious practice where people avoid eating for a set time to show devotion or discipline.
  3. Not eating for a certain time before a medical test or procedure to help doctors get accurate results.

Examples

  • Fasting helps some people reset their eating habits.
  • Fasting can be difficult when you feel hungry.