Encroachment
/ɪnˈkroʊtʃmənt/
Definitions
- (n.) An unlawful or unauthorized intrusion onto another's property or rights.
The fence was erected to prevent encroachment onto the neighbor's land.
- (n.) A gradual advance beyond usual or acceptable limits, particularly regarding legal rights or boundaries.
The encroachment of the new building violated zoning regulations.
Forms
- encroachments
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Commentary
Encroachment typically involves physical intrusion but may also include legal overreach; precise boundary descriptions help avoid disputes.
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