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One of a sect in the 2d century who abstained from marriage, wine, and animal food; -- called also Continent.

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  1. n. One of a sect in the 2d century who abstained from marriage, wine, and animal food; -- called also Continent.
  2. One of a sect in the 2d century who abstained from marriage, wine, and animal food; -- called also Continent.
  3. One of a sect in the 2d century who abstained from marriage,wine, and animal food; -- called also Continent.