molestation Meaning, Definition & Usage

  1. noun the act of subjecting someone to unwanted or improper sexual advances or activity (especially women or children)
  2. noun the act of tormenting by continued persistent attacks and criticism
    harassment.

WordNet

Mol`es*ta"tion noun
Etymology
Cf. F. molestation.
Definitions
  1. The act of molesting, or the state of being molested; disturbance; annoyance.

Webster 1913