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sacred
'sacred' - used as an adjective
1. concerned with religion or religious purposes
sacred texts
sacred rites
sacred music
2. worthy of respect or dedication
saw motherhood as woman's sacred calling
3. made or declared or believed to be holy; devoted to a deity or some religious ceremony or use
the sacred mosque
sacred elephants
sacred bread and wine
4. worthy of religious veneration
the sacred name of Jesus
5. (often followed by 'to') devoted exclusively to a single use or purpose or person
a fund sacred to charity
a morning hour sacred to study
a private office sacred to the President
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  • profane
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