Transgression

Pronunciation

• IPA: /tɹænsˈɡɹɛʃən/

Origin

Latin transgressus, from trans- ("over-") + gressus ("step")

Full definition of transgression

Noun

1. A violation of a law, command or duty
2. An act that goes beyond generally accepted boundaries
3. A relative rise in sea level resulting in deposition of marine strata over terrestrial strata