Definition of Neglect
Neglect
ne·glect
Definition/Meaning
(verb)
To fail to care for or pay attention to something or someone.
e.g. The parents were accused of neglect after leaving their child alone at home.
(verb)
to give little attention to, usually to someone or something that requires it;
e.g. The puppy was sadly neglected by its previous owners, hence it was underweight and scared of humans.
(verb)
to omit, through carelessness;
e.g. The babysitter neglected her duty and let the kids to do whatever they wanted to.
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