encroachment
Pronunciation
  • IPA: /ɪŋˈkɹoʊt͡ʃmənt/, /ɛŋˈkɹoʊt͡ʃmənt/
Noun

encroachment (uncountable)

  1. An entry into a place or area that was previously uncommon; an advance beyond former borders; intrusion; incursion.
  2. An intrusion upon another's possessions or rights; infringement.
  3. That which is gained by such unlawful intrusion.
  4. (legal) An unlawful diminution of the possessions of another.
Related terms Translations
  • Russian: вторже́ние
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  • Russian: посяга́тельство
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