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Webster 1913 Edition


Intrusion

In-tru′sion

,
Noun.
[Cf. F.
intrusion
. See
Intrude
.]
1.
The act of intruding, or of forcing in; especially, the forcing (one’s self) into a place without right or welcome; encroachment.
Why this
intrusion
?
Were not my orders that I should be private?
Addison.
2.
(Geol.)
The penetrating of one rock, while in a plastic or metal state, into the cavities of another.
3.
(Law)
The entry of a stranger, after a particular estate or freehold is determined, before the person who holds in remainder or reversion has taken possession.
4.
(Scotch Ch.)
The settlement of a minister over a congregation without their consent.

Webster 1828 Edition


Intrusion

INTRU'SION

,
Noun.
s as z. [L. intrusio, from intrudo.]
1.
The action of thrusting in, or of entering into a place or state without invitation, right or welcome. The company may be disturbed by the intrusion of an unwelcome guest.
--Many excellent strains which have been jostled off by the intrusions of poetical fictions.
Why this intrusion?
Were not my orders that I should be private?
2.
Encroachment; entrance without right on the property or possessions of another.
3.
Voluntary entrance on an undertaking unsuitable for the person.

Definition 2024


intrusión

intrusión

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Spanish

Noun

intrusión f (plural intrusiones)

  1. intrusion
  2. encroachment

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