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1. abuse

verb. ['əˈbjuːs, əˈbjuːz'] treat badly.

Etymology

  • abuse (English)
  • abusen (Middle English (1100-1500))

2. abuse

verb. ['əˈbjuːs, əˈbjuːz'] change the inherent purpose or function of something.

Etymology

  • abuse (English)
  • abusen (Middle English (1100-1500))

3. abuse

noun. ['əˈbjuːs, əˈbjuːz'] cruel or inhumane treatment.

Etymology

  • abuse (English)
  • abusen (Middle English (1100-1500))

4. abuse

verb. ['əˈbjuːs, əˈbjuːz'] use foul or abusive language towards.

Etymology

  • abuse (English)
  • abusen (Middle English (1100-1500))

5. abuse

noun. ['əˈbjuːs, əˈbjuːz'] improper or excessive use.

Etymology

  • abuse (English)
  • abusen (Middle English (1100-1500))

6. abuse

noun. ['əˈbjuːs, əˈbjuːz'] a rude expression intended to offend or hurt.

Etymology

  • abuse (English)
  • abusen (Middle English (1100-1500))

7. abuse

verb. ['əˈbjuːs, əˈbjuːz'] use wrongly or improperly or excessively.

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Etymology

  • abuse (English)
  • abusen (Middle English (1100-1500))
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