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profane

/proʊˈfeɪn/

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1 · adjective

showing disrespect for sacred things

亵渎神圣的

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The community considered the graffiti on the shrine profane.
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当地人认为神龛上的涂鸦亵渎神圣。
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Pronunciation: /proʊˈfeɪn/

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