molestation
n. C1 Advanced US //ˌmoʊɫɛˈsteɪʃən// UK //məlɪstˈeɪʃən// mo·lesta·tion
n. the act of touching someone in a sexual way without their permission. It is a serious crime and a very sensitive topic.
n. the act of touching a person in a sexual manner without their consent. Often used in legal or medical contexts to describe sexual abuse.
The victim reported the molestation to the police.
The legal team worked to ensure that the evidence of the molestation was properly documented and protected.
The documentary explores the long-term psychological impact of childhood molestation on survivors, emphasizing the importance of a supportive environment during the recovery process.
From Old French molestacion, from Latin molestatio. By surface analysis, molest + -ation.