- Habitual moderation in regard to the indulgence of
the natural appetites and passions; restrained or moderate indulgence;
moderation; as, temperance in eating and drinking; temperance in the
indulgence of joy or mirth; specifically, moderation, and sometimes
abstinence, in respect to using intoxicating liquors. - Moderation of passion; patience; calmness;
sedateness. - State with regard to heat or cold; temperature.
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