desacralization

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. The reverse of sacralization, and occurs when a formerly dedicated religious structure such as a church or religious school is given over for another purpose outside of the particular religious organization which dedicated it for a sacred purpose.

Word forms

desacralization desacralizations

Etymology

From de- + sacralization.

Related words

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