date rape

The term 'date rape' refers to a form of sexual assault where the perpetrator is known to the victim, often occurring in social or dating contexts.

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Definition

(legal, informal)Non-consensual sexual intercourse committed by someone the victim knows, such as a friend, acquaintance, or romantic partner.

She reported the incident as date rape because it was committed by someone she had been dating.
Date rape can happen in any social setting where trust is exploited.

(legal, informal)A sexual assault where the victim is incapacitated by drugs or alcohol administered by the perpetrator.

The use of date rape drugs makes it difficult for the victim to remember or resist the assault.

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