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molested

/ˈmoʊlstɛd/ verb · British & US
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What does molested mean?

verb

Past tense of 'molest', to handle or treat (someone) cruelly or unfairly, often in a sexual way. To damage or harm (something) physically or emotionally.

Example

"The police were called after the girl was molested on her way home from school."

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