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profanation (n.)

1550s, from Old French prophanation (15c., Modern French profanation) or directly from Late Latin profanationem (nominative profanatio), noun of action from past participle stem of profanare (see profane (adj.)).

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Definitions of profanation from WordNet

profanation (n.)
blasphemous behavior; the act of depriving something of its sacred character;
profanation (n.)
degradation of something worthy of respect; cheapening;
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