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Definition harass in American English

harass verb

[transitive] verb
/ˈherəs/
1

to keep annoying or upsetting someone, for example by criticizing them, attacking them, or treating them in a way that is offensive to them

Example

The men were trying to harass the terrified refugees.

Example

Connors is alleged to have sexually harassed three women at the conference.

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Definition harass in American English