 encroachment |
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| 1. | [ noun ] any entry into an area not previously occupied | |
| Synonyms: | intrusion invasion | |
| Examples: | "an invasion of tourists" "an invasion of locusts" "a viral invasion" |
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| Related terms: | entrance encroach | |
| 2. | [ noun ] entry to another's property without right or permission | |
| Synonyms: | violation usurpation intrusion trespass | |
| Related terms: | wrongdoing inroad trespass encroach | |
| 3. | [ noun ] influencing strongly | |
| Synonyms: | impact impingement | |
| Examples: | : "they resented the impingement of American values on European culture" |
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| Related terms: | influence affect | |
| Similar spelling: |
encroach_upon encroacher encroaching engrossment |
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