Celibacy, n.
Etymology: [See Celibate, n.]
The state of being unmarried; single life, esp. that of a bachelor, or of one bound by vows not to marry. "The celibacy of the clergy." Hallom.
Shades of meaning
Fernald lists celibacy only as an antonym, under marriage.
He lists it without comment; the entries above explain its neighbors.
Synonyms
none given