lˌɪz noun
the principle or practice of total abstinence from intoxicating drink.
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teetotal (tiːˈtəʊtəl) ![[Click for IPA pronunciation guide]](http://static.sfdict.com/dictstatic/g/d/dictionary_questionbutton_default.gif) | |
| —adj | |
| 1. | of, relating to, or practising abstinence from alcoholic drink |
| 2. | dialect complete |
| [C19: allegedly coined in 1833 by Richard Turner, English advocate of total abstinence from alcoholic liquors; probably from | |
| tee'totaller | |
| —n | |
| tee'totally | |
| —adv | |
| tee'totalism | |
| —n | |
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