self-abuse

[ self-uh-byoos, self- ]

noun

1. reproach or blame of oneself.
2. abuse of one's health.
3. masturbation.

self-abuse

noun

1. disparagement or misuse of one's own abilities, etc
2. a censorious term for masturbation See masturbation

Word History and Origins

Origin of self-abuse¹

First recorded in 1595–1605