encroachment

== English == === Alternative forms === incroachment (archaic) === Etymology === From encroach +‎ -ment. === Pronunciation === IPA(key): /ɪŋˈkɹoʊt͡ʃmənt/, /ɛŋˈkɹoʊt͡ʃmənt/ === Noun === encroachment (usually uncountable, plural encroachments) An entry into a place or area that was previously uncommon; an advance beyond former borders; intrusion; incursion. An intrusion upon another's possessions or rights; infringement. That which is gained by such unlawful intrusion. (law) An unlawful diminution of the possessions of another. ==== Derived terms ==== ==== Related terms ==== encroach ==== Translations ==== === Anagrams === technomancer