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child abuse
noun
mistreatment of a child by a parent or guardian, including neglect, beating, and sexual molestation.
child abuse
noun
physical, sexual, or emotional ill-treatment or neglect of a child, esp by those responsible for its welfare See also nonaccidental injury
51Թ History and Origins
Origin of child abuse1
Example Sentences
The San Diego Police Department’s child abuse unit announced in April that it was investigating the girl’s death but the department said Friday it has ceased its investigation and closed the case, said Lt.
Grooming and child abuse are a constant backdrop.
David was the first victim identification officer to work with Police Scotland's national child abuse investigation unit.
Despite being the largest child abuse trial in French history, many victims have felt the proceedings have garnered relatively little attention in France.
In recent years, the Catholic Church has not only weathered declining attendance but also child abuse scandals that continue to resonate today.
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