Profaning
/proˈfeɪnɪŋ/
Definitions
- (v. (gerund)) The act of violating or desecrating something holy or sacred, often leading to legal or moral condemnation.
The defendant was charged with profaning a historic religious site.
Forms
- profane
- profaned
- profanes
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Commentary
Often used in contexts involving religious property or symbols; distinguishing profaning from blasphemy or sacrilege depends on jurisdiction and context.
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