treating

noun

Treatment.

(UK and Commonwealth, law, uncountable) The electoral offence of offering an inducement such as food, drink or entertainment to a voter.

(historical, uncountable) The practice of men providing young women ("charity girls") with entertainment outings, gifts, etc. in exchange for companionship and intimate activity.

Roots

trahotreat- · Latin · draw, pull

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