domestic violence

from The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, 5th Edition.

• noun Physical abuse of a household member, especially one's spouse or domestic partner.

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• noun Violence against another in an intimate relationship such as marriage and dating.

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• noun violence or physical abuse directed toward your spouse or domestic partner; usually violence by men against women