Encroaching
/ɛnˈkroʊ.tʃɪŋ/
Definitions
- (adj.) Describing the act of gradually and unlawfully intruding on another's property or rights.
The encroaching fence violated the neighbor's property line.
Forms
- encroach
- encroached
- encroaches
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Commentary
Used primarily to describe unlawful intrusion on property; commonly relevant in real estate and property law contexts.
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