encroachment

Meaning

  1. (uncountable, usually) An entry into a place or area that was previously uncommon; an advance beyond former borders; intrusion; incursion.
  2. (uncountable, usually) An intrusion upon another's possessions or rights; infringement.
  3. (uncountable, usually) That which is gained by such unlawful intrusion.
  4. (uncountable, usually) An unlawful diminution of the possessions of another.

Pronounced as (IPA)
/ɪŋˈkɹoʊt͡ʃmənt/
Etymology

From encroach + -ment.

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