desecrate in Dutch
desecrate in Dutch is ontwijden — desecrate means to treat something sacred with disrespect or damage it in a way that violates its holiness.
desecrate in Dutch
ontwijden
(transitive) To profane or violate the sacredness or sanctity of something.
What does "desecrate" mean?
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verb To treat something sacred with disrespect or damage it in a way that violates its holiness.
"Vandals desecrated the ancient tombs with spray paint."
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desecrate in a sentence
- Vandals desecrated the ancient tombs with spray paint.
- The soldiers were accused of desecrating the temple during the raid.
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What is "desecrate" in Dutch?
"desecrate" in Dutch is ontwijden. desecrate means: To treat something sacred with disrespect or damage it in a way that violates its holiness.
How do you use "desecrate" in a sentence?
Example: "Vandals desecrated the ancient tombs with spray paint." In Dutch, "desecrate" is ontwijden.
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