molesting

Meanings

• Verb (to molest)

  Unwanted physical or verbal contact or attention, often of a sexual nature, especially towards a child.

  - "He was molested on the bus by an unknown man."
  - "The child was molested by her uncle."
  - "She was molested in the park."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with molesting
osting , coasting , boasting

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Variants

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molest , molestation , molestations , molested , molester , molesters , molesting , molests

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Etymology

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The word 'molesting' comes from the Old French word 'molestier', meaning 'to disturb, trouble, or harass'. It has been used in English since the late 15th century.

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Trivia

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1. In some countries, the term 'molesting' is used interchangeably with 'sexual harassment'.

2. Molesting is not only a criminal offense, but it can also be a civil offense, allowing victims to sue for damages.

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Related Concepts

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1. Sexual assault: Molesting is a form of sexual assault, which is any type of non-consensual sexual contact.

2. Child abuse: Molesting is a form of child abuse, which is any type of behavior or action that harms a child physically, sexually, or emotionally.

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Culture

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Molesting is a serious offense and is often associated with child sexual abuse. It is a violation of personal boundaries and can cause significant emotional and psychological harm. Molesting has been the subject of numerous works of literature, art, and music, often highlighting the trauma and healing process for survivors.

How to Memorize "molesting"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine someone touching or speaking to you in an unwanted or inappropriate way.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'molesting' with the feeling of violation and discomfort.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember the acronym M.O.L.E.S.T. - Manipulation, Overstepping, Lack of consent, Exploitation, Sexual, Touching.

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