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encroachments

The correct spelling is encroachments.

How to pronounce encroachments

noun

Say it like: Enc-roa-chm-ent-s

The correct spelling is encroachments. An entry into a place or area that was previously uncommon; an advance beyond former borders; intrusion; incursion.

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noun

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

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