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noun 
  1. One who is devoted to the practice of self-denial, either through seclusion or stringent abstinence.
adjective 
  1. Of or relating to the Ascetics, or to the practice of rigorous self-discipline. Usually involving a withholding of most physical pleasures.
Etymology: From the Greek á (practice, training).

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