encroachment

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Synonyms: accroachment, encroachments

Antonyms: accroachment, encroachments

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Noun

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 [[possession]]s or [[right]]s; [[infringement]].
3. That which is [[gain]]ed by such [[unlawful]] intrusion.
4. {{lb|en|law}} An [[unlawful]] [[diminution]] of the [[possession]]s of another.

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