abuse
1abuse
noun \ə-ˈbyüs\Definition of ABUSE
1
: improper or excessive use or treatment <drug abuse> <long-term abuse of tranquilizers>
2
: physical maltreatment: as a : the act of violating sexually : rape b under some statutes : rape or indecent assault not amounting to rape
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