Deconsecration
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /diːˌkɒnsəˈkɹeɪʃən/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Deconsecration is a noun meaning The undoing of consecration; a desecration or defilement.
Meaning
The undoing of consecration; a desecration or defilement.
More Meanings
- A ritual observing the removal from service of a sacred place, such as the closing of a church.
Word Forms
- deconsecrations
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include desecularization, desanctification, desecularisation, disworship, despoiling, disenthronement.
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