encroachment Meaning, Definition & Usage
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noun any entry into an area not previously occupied
invasion; intrusion.
- an invasion of tourists
- an invasion of locusts
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noun entry to another's property without right or permission
violation; trespass; usurpation; intrusion.
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noun influencing strongly
impact; impingement.
- they resented the impingement of American values on European culture
WordNet
En*croach"ment noun
Definitions
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The act of entering gradually or silently upon the rights or possessions of another; unlawful intrusion. An unconstitutional encroachment of military power on the civil establishment. Bancroft.
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That which is taken by encroaching on another. -
(Law) An unlawful diminution of the possessions of another.