noun
Formal term for sexual abuse, often used in legal, medical, or social contexts. Cross-referenced with 性的虐待, which is a near-synonym.
See also: 性的虐待
児童への性虐待は深刻な社会問題だ。
Sexual abuse of children is a serious social problem.
性虐待の被害者は支援を必要としている。
Victims of sexual abuse need support.