encroachment

  1. Noun.  An entry into a place or area that was previously uncommon; an advance beyond former borders; intrusion; incursion.
  2. Noun.  An intrusion upon another's possessions or rights; infringement.
  3. Noun.  That which is gained by such unlawful intrusion.
  4. Noun.  (legal) An unlawful diminution of the possessions of another.

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