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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

molestation

/məʊlɪˈsteɪʃən/ noun · British & US
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What does molestation mean?

noun

The act of touching or handling someone in a sexual way without their consent, or the state of being treated in this way. This can also refer to the act of bullying or harassing someone, especially a child.

Example

"The police investigated allegations of molestation at the school."

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