Rape and Statutory rape

Rape

Rape noun - The act of forcing a person to engage in sexual activity and especially intercourse.
Usage example: a conviction for rape

Statutory rape and rape are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Statutory rape" instead a noun "Rape".

Statutory rape

Statutory rape noun - Sexual intercourse with a person (girl or boy) who has not reached the age of consent (even if both parties participate willingly).
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Synonyms for Statutory rape

Rape and statutory rape are semantically related. You can use "Rape" instead a noun phrase "Statutory rape".
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