Correct spelling for the English word "Pretorture" is [pɹɪtˈɔːt͡ʃə], [pɹɪtˈɔːtʃə], [p_ɹ_ɪ_t_ˈɔː_tʃ_ə] (IPA phonetic alphabet).
Pretorture refers to the act or process of subjecting someone to physical, mental, or emotional harm or suffering before engaging in an official or approved torture. The term is composed of the prefix "pre-" meaning before, and "torture" which denotes the deliberate infliction of pain or suffering to an individual. Pretorture can be understood as the preliminary or preliminary stages of torture, where various abusive and coercive methods are employed, usually as a means to extract information, manipulate, control, or intimidate the victim.
This concept is often associated with unlawful or unofficial acts of torture, conducted prior to engaging in official or sanctioned torture methods. Pretorture aims to weaken the person physically, emotionally, or psychologically, rendering them more susceptible to subsequent torture techniques. It may involve tactics such as sensory deprivation, psychological manipulation, sleep deprivation, prolonged exposure to extreme temperatures, or other forms of cruel and inhumane treatment.
The use of pretorture is considered a violation of human rights and is widely condemned by international organizations and legal frameworks. It is deemed unacceptable as it fundamentally violates the principles of dignity, integrity, and the right to be free from cruel, inhuman, or degrading treatment. Efforts to prevent pretorture and protect individuals from such acts are at the forefront of human rights advocacy, which seeks to promote justice, respect for human dignity, and the prohibition of torture and all forms of ill-treatment.