roughtreatment

noun
UK /ˌrʌf ˈtriːtmənt/
US /ˌrʌf ˈtriːtmənt/

Rough treatment means being handled in a way that is not gentle or kind.

The puppy was scared because of the rough treatment it got at the old shelter.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. Being treated in a way that is too forceful or careless.

The package broke because of rough treatment during shipping.

3. Being treated unfairly or unkindly by other people.

She spoke up about the rough treatment she received at work.

4. Handling something in a way that could damage it.

The old book fell apart from years of rough treatment.