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Teetotal is an adjective that refers to a person who completely abstains from consuming alcoholic beverages. It can also be used as a noun to describe such a person. The term originated from the temperance movement, a social movement of the 19th and early 20th centuries, which advocated for the complete prohibition of alcohol.
A teetotal individual is someone who chooses to refrain from drinking alcohol due to personal, moral, or religious reasons. They consciously avoid all forms of alcoholic beverages, including beer, wine, and spirits. Their commitment to being teetotal is often unwavering, and they typically promote an alcohol-free lifestyle.
Being teetotal is often seen as a form of self-discipline and can be a personal choice or a commitment driven by health concerns, addiction issues, religious beliefs, or a general aversion to the effects of alcohol. By adopting a teetotal lifestyle, individuals seek to avoid the negative consequences associated with alcohol, such as impaired judgment, health problems, addiction, and potentially risky situations.
Teetotalism has become an important aspect of many cultures and has found support from various religious movements, including certain branches of Christianity and Islam. It is a conscious choice that reflects an individual's commitment to leading a healthy, sober life devoid of the complexities and potential harm that alcohol consumption can bring.
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Pert. to or consisting in teetotalism.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
The word "teetotal" originated from the temperance movement in the early 19th century. The term was formed through reduplication of the initial "t" sound in the word "total", emphasizing total abstinence from alcohol. The earliest record of this word is found in a speech by Richard Turner in Preston, England in 1833, where he declared, "I'll be reet down out-and-out t-t-total for ever and ever". From there, the term "teetotal" gained popularity and became associated with individuals who abstain completely from alcoholic beverages.
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