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ParanoidPat Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Mon Sep-13-04 11:52 AM
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45. A flag is NOT a 'sacred' object!
Meaning of DESECRATE
Pronunciation: 'desu`kreyt

Definition:

1. remove the consecration from a person or an object
2. violate the sacred character of a place or language; "desecrate a cemetary"; "violate the sanctity of the church"; "profane the name of God"

Meaning of CONSECRATION
Pronunciation: `kânsu'kreyshun

WordNet Dictionary

Definition:

1. sanctification of something by setting it apart (usually with religious rites) as dedicated to God; "the Cardinal attended the consecration of the church"
2. a solemn commitment of your life or your time to some cherished purpose (to a service or a goal); "his consecration to study"


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