The Open Dictionary

rapist

noun

UK/ˈreɪ.pɪst/
US/ˈreɪ.pɪst/

Definitions of rapist noun

  1. Countablelaw

    A person who compels another individual to engage in sexual acts against their will.

    • The court sentenced the rapist to a lengthy prison term.

    • The actions of the rapist inflicted severe psychological trauma on the victim.

    • After a lengthy investigation, the police finally apprehended the rapist.