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Fornicate

usgb/ˈfɔːrnɪkeɪt/Volume
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Cultural SensitivityPlay
Remember 'fornicate' can be offensive or sensitive in cultures valuing marital intimacy. SlideHe was cautious not to use the word 'fornicate' among his conservative relatives.
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The term is often related to religious teachings about premarital intimacy. SlideThe priest preached about the sin of fornication.
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Historically used in laws or regulations concerning moral behavior. SlideOld laws would penalize individuals who were found guilty of fornicating.