noun
- the practice of abstaining from food for a period of time, especially for religious or health reasons
verb
- present participle of fast; abstaining from food
Examples
- Many religions include fasting as a spiritual practice.
- She is fasting for Ramadan this month.
- The doctor recommended intermittent fasting for weight loss.
- He broke his fasting at sunset with a small meal.
- Fasting before the medical procedure is required.
- The monks were fasting in preparation for the ceremony.
- Some people find fasting helps them feel more focused.