Emily Dickinson Lexicon
Definition for PRO-FANE'NESS
PRO-FANE'NESS, n.
Irreverence of sacred things; particularly, the use of language which implies irreverence toward God; the taking of God's name in vain. – Dryden. Atterbury. Dwight. Profaneness in men is vulgar and odious; in females, is shocking and detestable. – Anon.
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