abus — meaning in English

English meaning

• abuse noun Cruel or violent treatment of a person, often repeated.

Senses

abus is used for these senses in English:

• abuse Improper treatment or usage; application to a wrong or bad purpose; an unjust, corrupt or wrongful practice or custom. [from around 1350 to 1470]
• abuse Physical maltreatment; injury; cruel treatment. [from late 16th c.]

abuse — full definition

1. noun Cruel or violent treatment of a person, often repeated.
2. noun The wrong or harmful use of something, such as power, drugs, or a position of trust.
3. verb To treat someone cruelly or violently.
4. verb To use something improperly or excessively, especially drugs or alcohol.

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