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child abuse
child a·buse


noun 
Definition:
 
mistreatment of child: severe mistreatment of a child by a parent, guardian, or other adult responsible for his or her welfare, e.g. physical violence, neglect, sexual assault, or emotional cruelty

child a·bus·er noun
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