释义 |
seduction n. 1. Enticement to have sexual intercourse. Until 1971 parents could sue a seducer for loss of earnings or services resulting from the seduction of their child, but this has now been abolished. It is an offence to cause or incite a child under the age of 16, the age of consent, to engage in sexual activity, or to arrange or facilitate the commission of a child sex offence. 2. The offence under the Incitement to Disaffection Act 1934 of maliciously and advisedly endeavouring to persuade any member of HM forces to abandon his duty or allegiance to the Crown. |