ascetic vs gatherer

ascetic

adj
  • Characterized by rigorous self-denial or self-discipline; austere; abstinent; involving a withholding of physical pleasure. 

  • Of or relating to ascetics 

noun
  • One who is devoted to the practice of self-denial, either through seclusion or stringent abstinence. 

gatherer

noun
  • A person who gathers things. 

  • A workman who collects molten glass on the end of a rod preparatory to blowing. 

  • An attachment to a sewing machine for making gathers in the cloth. 

  • A person who collects rent or taxes. 

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