English word abomination comes from Late Latin abominatio, and later Middle English abominacioun (Abomination.)
Dictionary entry | Language | Definition |
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abominatio | Late Latin (LL) | |
abomination | Middle French (frm) | |
abominacioun | Middle English (enm) | Abomination. |
abomination | English (en) | (obsolete) A state that excites detestation or abhorrence; pollution. [Attested from around (1350 - 1470) to the late 15th century.]. An abominable act; a disgusting vice; a despicable habit. [First attested around 1150 to 1350.]. That which is abominable, shamefully vile; an object that excites disgust and hatred; very often with religious undertones. [First attested around 1350 to 1470.]. [...] |