besetting sin
noun
Definition of besetting sin
: a main or constant problem or fault My besetting sin is a fondness for sweets.
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sinplay
: an offense against religious or moral law
: an action that is or is felt to be highly reprehensible
: an often serious shortcoming : fault
: to commit a sin
: to commit an offense or fault
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