Maltreatment Definition & Meaning
maltreatment
- noun
- cruel or inhumane treatment; "the child showed signs of physical abuse"
"Maltreatment" in song lyrics
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"nys identification and reporting of child abuse and maltreatment"
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"info on psychologist in child maltreatment"
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"info on career of psychologist in child maltreatment"
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Generate a verseFrequently asked questions
- What does maltreatment mean?
- cruel or inhumane treatment; "the child showed signs of physical abuse"
- What part of speech is maltreatment?
- Maltreatment is a noun.