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Definition of: encroach
(in·krōch′) v.i.
1. To intrude upon the possessions or rights of another by or as by stealth; trespass: with on or upon.
2. To advance or make inroads beyond the proper or usual limits, extent, etc.: The water is encroaching on the land. [<OF encrochier <en- in + croc a hook]
—en·croach′er noun
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