incestuous

🇺🇸 /ɪnˈsestʃuəs/ 🇬🇧 /ɪnˈsestʃuəs/
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adjective
R

referring to sexual relationships between close family members

An incestuous relationship is considered taboo in most societies.

R

referring to a close-knit group that does not easily accept outsiders

The film industry is often described as an incestuous community.

translation

adj. referring to sexual relationships between close family members; referring to a close-knit group that does not easily accept outsiders