Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
incesto
noun
in-ˈses-tō
Definition
The act of engaging in sexual relations between closely related individuals.
Examples
- Incesto is considered taboo in many cultures around the world.
- Legal penalties exist in many jurisdictions for incesto.
- The novel explores themes of incesto through its complex family dynamics.
Meaning
Incesto refers to sexual relations between family members or close relatives who are prohibited from marrying or engaging in sexual activities according to laws or cultural norms.
Synonyms
- Inbreeding
- Consanguinity
- Interfamily relations