Difference between rape and assault

By definition, rape is forced and unwanted sexual intercourse onto an individual without his consent.

Essentially, sexual assault is an umbrella term that includes all unwanted sexual contact whereas rape refers to a specific crime.

Rape is always sexual assault but sexual assault is not always rape.

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