sex crime

noun

1. an illegal sexual act, activity, or behavior.

Word History and Origins

Origin of sex crime¹

First recorded in 1895–1900

Example Sentences

By blocking the release of the report, Johnson isn't just protecting a man accused of a sex crime.

From Salon

The ability to commit crimes — even sex crimes — and get away with it is part of the allure of Trumpism.

From Salon

“As a sex crime prosecutor, I spoke with many of these survivors. Let me tell you: They are heroic.”

From Los Angeles Times

Shortly after the alleged incident, Williams said that she broke up with Epstein, who was arrested for sex crimes in 2019 and died by suicide while awaiting trial.

From BBC

David Ring, who has represented sex crime survivors in some of California’s biggest cases, said that not naming celebrities who may have been involved in wrongdoing gives the victims’ lawyers leverage to negotiate settlements.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• molestation
• rape
• violation