Sexpreading

//ˈsɛksˌspɹɛdɪŋ// noun

noun ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    The sending sexual content without the consent of a party from which consent is required, comprehended as a type of cyberviolence. neologism, uncountable

    "a comprehensive educational program is proposed to raise awareness of sexpreading and promote digital awareness among 16-24 years old.^([sic]) A prevention campaign targeting 25–34-year-olds is also suggested."

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"a comprehensive educational program is proposed to raise awareness of sexpreading and promote digital awareness among 16-24 years old.^([sic]) A prevention campaign targeting 25–34-year-olds is also suggested."

Etymology

Borrowed from Catalan sexpreading, equivalent to sex + spreading.

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