Definition of Incest. Meaning of Incest. Synonyms of Incest
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Definition of Incest
Incest Incest In"cest, n. [F. inceste, L. incestum unchastity,
incest, fr. incestus unchaste; pref. in- not + castus chaste.
See Chaste.]
The crime of cohabitation or sexual commerce between persons
related within the degrees wherein marriage is prohibited by
law. --Shak.
Spiritual incest. (Eccl. Law)
(a) The crime of cohabitation committed between persons who
have a spiritual alliance by means of baptism or
confirmation.
(b) The act of a vicar, or other beneficiary, who holds two
benefices, the one depending on the collation of the
other.