# fasts

Pronunciation: US say "FASTS" /fæsts/; UK/AUS say "FAHSTS" /fɑːsts/

## Verb

1. Third-person singular simple present of fast. — third-person singular simple present indicative of fast
   - Simple: Third-person singular present of fast. Use this form with he, she, or it.
   - _The abbot fasts on certain days as an act of devotion._
   - _Whenever she feels ill, she fasts for a day to recover._

## Noun

2. Plural of fast. — plural of fast
   - Simple: Plural of fast. Use this when talking about more than one.
   - _The monastery observes several fasts throughout the liturgical year._
   - _Extended fasts can be dangerous without proper medical supervision._

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