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Definition of Encroach
1. Verb. Advance beyond the usual limit.
Exact synonyms: Impinge, Infringe
Generic synonyms: Advance, Go On, March On, Move On, Pass On, Progress
Derivative terms: Encroacher, Encroachment, Encroachment, Infringement
Generic synonyms: Advance, Go On, March On, Move On, Pass On, Progress
Derivative terms: Encroacher, Encroachment, Encroachment, Infringement
2. Verb. Impinge or infringe upon. "This matter entrenches on other domains"
Exact synonyms: Entrench, Impinge, Trench
Generic synonyms: Take Advantage, Trespass
Derivative terms: Encroachment, Impingement, Impinging
Generic synonyms: Take Advantage, Trespass
Derivative terms: Encroachment, Impingement, Impinging
Definition of Encroach
1. v. i. To enter by gradual steps or by stealth into the possessions or rights of another; to trespass; to intrude; to trench; -- commonly with on or upon; as, to encroach on a neighbor; to encroach on the highway.
2. n. Encroachment.
Definition of Encroach
1. to advance beyond the proper limits [v -ED, -ING, -ES]
Lexicographical Neighbors of Encroach
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