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Maltreat Definition & Meaning

maltreat
verb
  1. treat badly; "This boss abuses his workers"; "She is always stepping on others to get ahead"

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Frequently asked questions

What does maltreat mean?
treat badly; "This boss abuses his workers"; "She is always stepping on others to get ahead"
What part of speech is maltreat?
Maltreat is a verb.

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