Definitions for refrain

Definitions for (noun) refrain

Main entry: chorus, refrain

Definition: the part of a song where a soloist is joined by a group of singers


Definitions for (verb) refrain

Main entry: desist, abstain, refrain

Definition: choose not to consume

Usage: I abstain from alcohol


Main entry: forbear, refrain

Definition: resist doing something

Usage: He refrained from hitting him back; she could not forbear weeping


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