Abuse (Noun)
Meaning 1
Cruel or inhumane treatment; "the child showed signs of physical abuse".
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Nouns denoting acts or actions.
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Meaning 2
Improper or excessive use; "alcohol abuse"; "the abuse of public funds".
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Nouns denoting acts or actions.
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Meaning 3
A rude expression intended to offend or hurt; "when a student made a stupid mistake he spared them no abuse"; "they yelled insults at the visiting team".
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Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.