abuse

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(ă-būs′)

[ L. abusus, wasting, misuse]

1. Excessive or improper use, e.g., of alcohol; misuse.
2. Injurious, pathological, or malignant treatment of another person or living thing, e.g., verbal, physical, or sexual assault.

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