desecration
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/ˌdesɪˈkreɪʃn/
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/ˌdesɪˈkreɪʃn/
The act of showing a lack of respect for something considered sacred or holy, often by damaging it.
The desecration of the ancient temple was met with outrage from the community.
對古老寺廟的褻瀆引起了社區的憤怒。