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1. (n.) battered child syndrome
the array of physical injuries exhibited by young children who have been beaten repeatedly or otherwise abused by their parents or guardians.
Etymology: (1960–65)
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1. battered child syndrome
Repeated physical injuries inflicted on the child by the parent, parents, or surrogate parent; often triggered by the child's minor and normal irritating behavior.
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