encroacher (Meaning)

Wordnet

encroacher (n)

someone who enters by force in order to conquer

Webster

One who by gradual steps enters on, and takes possession of, what is not his own.

The encroacher trespassed onto the property and began cutting down trees without permission.
The government took action to prevent further encroachment on public lands.
The city council passed a resolution condemning the encroachment of development into natural areas.
The homeowner was forced to remove the fence he had built, as it encroached on his neighbor's property.
The company was fined for encroaching on a wetland area during its construction project.
The encroacher tried to claim ownership of the land, but the courts ruled against him.
The encroacher was ordered to pay damages to the rightful owner of the property.
The encroacher's actions caused tension and conflict between the two neighboring communities.
The encroacher eventually apologized for his actions and agreed to restore the property to its original condition.
The encroacher was arrested and charged with trespassing and vandalism.

someone who enters by force in order to conquerOne who by gradual steps enters on, and takes possession of, what is not his own.

invade, creep, snake, sneak, intrude, infringe, impinge, inch,worm, intrench

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The encroacher trespassed onto the property and began cutting down trees without permission.

The government took action to prevent further encroachment on public lands.

The city council passed a resolution condemning the encroachment of development into natural areas.

The homeowner was forced to remove the fence he had built, as it encroached on his neighbor's property.