maltreating

Verb

Present participle of maltreat; treating badly or cruelly.

ریشه

From the prefix 'mal-' meaning 'badly' + 'treat'. First known use in the 15th century.

مثال

• The man was accused of maltreating his dog.
• The authorities are investigating the maltreating of prisoners.
• She was arrested for maltreating her children.

ترکیب‌های رایج

Maltreating animals Maltreating children Maltreating workers