gang rape

noun

: rape of one person by several attackers in succession
gang-rape
ˈgaŋ-ˌrāp How to pronounce gang rape (audio)
transitive verb

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Among them, survivors of gang rape and residents of a large displacement camp in the middle of the capital. — Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 10 Sep. 2025 At least six other incidents of people directly witnessing rapes and gang rapes are outlined in the report, with all of the witnesses describing victims being shot dead. — Ivana Kottasová, CNN Money, 12 May 2026 Almost three years since mass murder, gang rapes, torture, beheadings and kidnappings of mostly young people enjoying a beautiful day at a music festival. — Bobby Zirkin, Baltimore Sun, 4 June 2026 Reading out the verdict, Korner recounted the horrific crimes committed by Abd–Al-Rahman, including gang rapes, abuse, and mass killings. — Emmanuel Akinwotu, NPR, 6 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for gang rape

Word History

First Known Use

1875, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of gang rape was in 1875

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“Gang rape.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/gang%20rape. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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