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Rape (Noun)

Meaning 1

The act of despoiling a country in warfare.

Classification

Nouns denoting acts or actions.

Synonyms

  • Rapine

Hypernyms

  • Pillage
  • Pillaging

Related Words

  • Rape (verb)

Meaning 2

Eurasian plant cultivated for its seed and as a forage crop.

Classification

Nouns denoting plants.

Examples

  • The farmer carefully planted the rape seeds in the fertile soil, expecting a bountiful harvest.
  • Rape is a versatile crop that can be used as a source of vegetable oil, as well as animal feed.
  • In some countries, rape is also known as oilseed rape due to its high oil content.
  • The rape plant has bright yellow flowers that bloom in the summer months, attracting numerous pollinators.
  • After harvesting the rape seeds, the farmer left the stalks and leaves to dry out, which would later be used as bedding material for the animals.

Synonyms

  • Colza
  • Brassica Napus

Meaning 3

The crime of forcing a person to submit to sexual intercourse against his or her will.

Classification

Nouns denoting acts or actions.

Examples

  • The convicted rapist was sentenced to life in prison for his brutal crime.
  • The survivor of the rape received counseling and support from a local organization.
  • The police investigation into the alleged rape was ongoing, with no arrests made yet.
  • The statistic that one in five women will experience rape in their lifetime is a sobering reminder of the prevalence of this crime.
  • The defendant's lawyer argued that the rape allegation was a fabrication, but the prosecution presented overwhelming evidence to the contrary.

Synonyms

  • Ravishment
  • Violation
  • Assault

Hypernyms

  • Sex Crime
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Sex Offense

Hyponyms

  • Carnal Abuse

Related Words

  • Rape (verb)
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