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incest

n. sexual activity between family members, whether related by blood or not. Some form of incest taboo, or prohibition in custom or law against incest between first-degree relatives (e.g., father–daughter, mother–son, brother–sister), is found in nearly every society. In some societies, sexual intercourse between cousins, uncles and nieces, or aunts and nephews is also prohibited; in others, it is permitted. —incestuous adj.

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January 2nd 2025

ad hoc category

ad hoc category

a category formed to meet a special criterion or demand, usually in the moment that it is needed. For example, one might form the category things I would take from my house if it were on fire. Compare basic-level category.