Fasting
Pronunciation: /ˈfæstɪŋ/
Fasting (noun)
- A period when you do not eat food, usually for health, religion, or a test.
- A religious practice where people avoid eating for a set time to show devotion or discipline.
- 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.