n. [ L. profanatio: cf. F. profanation. See Profane, v. t. ] 1. The act of violating sacred things, or of treating them with contempt or irreverence; irreverent or too familiar treatment or use of what is sacred; desecration; as, the profanation of the Sabbath; the profanation of a sanctuary; the profanation of the name of God. [ 1913 Webster ] 2. The act of treating with abuse or disrespect, or with undue publicity, or lack of delicacy. [ 1913 Webster ] 'T were profanation of our joys
To tell the laity our love. Donne. [ 1913 Webster ] | 