The ideal and practical way to plant water lilies is in strong, plastic containers approximately 30 cm diameter x 12 cm deep. It is a simple task then to lift these containers for dividing every two years.
The adjective ascetic derives from the ancient Greek term askÄsis, which means training or exercise. The original usage did not refer to self-denial, but to the physical training required for athletic events. Its usage later extended to rigorous practices that are used in all major religious traditions, in varying degrees to attain redemption and higher spirituality.
Chambers 20th Century Dictionary(5.00 / 1 vote)Rate this definition: Ascetic. as-setâ²ik, n. one who rigidly denies himself ordinary sensual gratifications for conscience' sake, one who aims to compass holiness through self-mortification, the flesh being considered as the seat of sin, and therefore to be chastened: a strict hermit.âadjs.