Definition

1. Noun:
   • A specific type of sexual assault: "date rape" refers to a rape in which the perpetrator is known to the victim, often occurring during a social encounter or date.
   • A legal and social concept: The term highlights the violation of trust and consent within a familiar or dating context, distinguishing it from assault by a stranger.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • The university held a seminar to educate students about the dangers of date rape.
  • She was a victim of date rape after her drink was spiked at the party.
  • The law has specific provisions for prosecuting cases of date rape.

Advanced Usage

• "Date rape drug": A substance, such as Rohypnol or GHB, used to incapacitate a person to facilitate a sexual assault, often in a social setting.
  • Authorities warned about the use of date rape drugs in local bars.

Variants and Related Words

• Acquaintance rape (n): A broader term for rape committed by someone known to the victim, which includes but is not limited to dating scenarios.
• Sexual assault (n): The general act of any unwanted sexual contact or behavior.

Synonyms

• Acquaintance rape: Rape by someone known to the victim.
• Drug-facilitated sexual assault: Assault enabled by the use of incapacitating substances.

Related Phrases

• "To be a victim of date rape": To experience this specific form of sexual assault.
  • She bravely spoke out about being a victim of date rape.
• "Date rape awareness": Knowledge and education regarding the prevention and recognition of this crime.
  • The campaign focused on increasing date rape awareness on campus.

Noun

1. rape in which the rapist is known to the victim (as when they are on a date together)