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sexual abuse noun[ U ] uk /ˌsek.ʃu.əl əˈbjuːs/ us /ˌsek.ʃu.əl əˈbjuːs/ the act of making someone take part in sexual activities, against their wishes, or without their agreement: (对儿童、老人或精神病人的)性虐待 He denies the sexual abuse allegations against him. She talked for the first time about the sexual abuse she endured. Sexual abuse is unacceptable however it may occur. He did not tell the truth about the extent of his sexual abuse of children. The actress has been dragged into the sexual abuse scandal herself. |