trespass
tres
ˈtrɛs
tres
pass
ˌpæs
pās
British pronunciation
/tɹˈɛspəs/

Definition & Meaning of "trespass"in English

to trespass
01

to enter someone's land or building without permission

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Despite the warning signs, he chose to trespass onto the private property, ignoring the owner's rights.
02

to pass beyond established boundaries or limits

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He trespassed the boundaries of the agreement.
03

to violate the law

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He trespassed by driving without a license.
04

to commit a sin or breach moral law

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He felt he had trespassed against his conscience.
05

to make excessive or improper use of something

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He trespassed on the patience of his colleagues.
Trespass
01

unlawful entry onto another's property

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The farmer filed a complaint for trespass after finding footprints on his land.
02

a wrongful interference with another's lawful possession of land or property

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The court ruled the construction amounted to a trespass.
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