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indecency

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Noun — The quality of being indecent or offensive to accepted standards.

How to use indecency

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public indecency act of indecency

Etymology

From in- ("not") plus decent plus the noun-forming suffix -cy.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “indecency” mean?

The word “indecency” means the quality of being indecent or offensive to accepted standards. In plain terms, behaviour or material that offends common standards of modesty or good taste.

How do you pronounce “indecency”?

“Indecency” is pronounced ihn-DEE-suhn-see (/ɪnˈdiːsənsi/ in IPA).

How do you use “indecency” in a sentence?

Here is “indecency” used in a sentence: “He was fined for public indecency.”

What part of speech is “indecency”?

“Indecency” is a noun.

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