Encroachment

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1. Noun

The act of entering gradually or silently upon the rights or possessions of another; unlawful intrusion.

2. Noun

That which is taken by encroaching on another.

3. Noun

An unlawful diminution of the possessions of another.

4. Noun

entry to another's property without right or permission
Vocabulary classified under Law

5. Noun

influencing strongly; "they resented the impingement of American values on European culture"
Vocabulary classified under Philosophy
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