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Definition of profane adjective from the Oxford Advanced American Dictionary

profane

adjective

NAmE//proʊˈfeɪn//

, NAmE//prəˈfeɪn//

1(formal) having or showing a lack of respect for God or holy things profane language

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2(technology) not connected with religion or holy things synonym secular songs of sacred and profane love

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