Meaning Of The Word Abuse

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What's The Definition Of Abuse?

abuse
uncountable noun: Abuse of someone is cruel and violent treatment of them.

abuse in American English
to use wrongly; misuse
transitive verb: to use wrongly or improperly; misuse

abuse in British English
noun: improper, incorrect, or excessive use; misuse
verb: to use incorrectly or improperly; misuse

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