molest
verb
mo·lest
| \ mə-ˈlest
\
\
molested;
molesting;
molests
Definition of molest
1
: to annoy, disturb, or persecute especially with hostile intent or injurious effect
The zookeeper warned the visitors not to molest the animals.
2
: to make annoying sexual advances to
especially
: to force physical and usually sexual contact on
He was sent to prison for molesting children.