desecrate
Pronunciation: /ˈdɛs.ɪ.kɹeɪ̯t/
The English word “desecrate” has 4 meanings listed here.
verb
- To profane or violate the sacredness or sanctity of something.
- To remove the consecration from someone or something; to deconsecrate.
- To change in an inappropriate and destructive manner.
adjective
Etymology
From de- + stem of consecrate.
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