Encroachment

Definition of Encroachment

En`croach´ment
n.1.The act of entering gradually or silently upon the rights or possessions of another; unlawful intrusion.
An unconstitutional encroachment of military power on the civil establishment.
- Bancroft.
2.That which is taken by encroaching on another.
3.(Law) An unlawful diminution of the possessions of another.

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