abuse
Definitions
Noun
- Cruel or inhumane treatment
- A rude expression intended to offend or hurt
- Improper or excessive use
Verb
- Treat badly
- Change the inherent purpose or function of something
- Use foul or abusive language towards
- Use wrongly or improperly or excessively
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Term
Definitions: 7
Fragments: 8
Sound Alikes: 1
Spelled Like: 20
Words that Follow: 0
Words that Precede: 0
Statistically Associated: 0
Consonant Matches: 4
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📰 This Word in the News:
Meghan Markle’s father charged in US over possession of child sexual abuse material
Nov 6, 2026 The Times of India
Nov 6, 2026 The Times of India
Man sentenced to 23 years to life in prison for child sex abuse in Ontario County
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Police turn to charities for help with teenagers caught up in online child abuse
Nov 6, 2026 The Guardian
Nov 6, 2026 The Guardian