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cyberbullying

[ sahy-ber-bool-ee-ing ]

noun

  1. the act of harassing someone online by sending or posting mean messages, usually anonymously.


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Word History and Origins

Origin of cyberbullying1

First recorded in 2000–05; cyberbully + -ing 1

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Example Sentences

Paul, meanwhile, has taken to cyberbullying Rubio, tweeting on Friday that he is “acting like an isolationist.”

Currently, 49 states enforce some sort of anti-bullying laws, 18 of which have specific legislations against “cyberbullying.”

As trolling has entered the mainstream—not to mention cyberbullying—critics are calling for the end of online anonymity.

After just a few casual dates with a man, Carla Franklin faced years of harassment, stalking, and cyberbullying.

The decision of his case has the potential to set a precedent for cyberbullying being treated as a serious criminal offense.

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