trespass
tres
ˈtrɛs
tres
pass
ˌpæs
pās
/tɹˈɛspəs/

Definition & Meaning of "trespass"in English

to trespass
01

to enter someone's land or building without permission

Examples
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

Examples
He trespassed the boundaries of the agreement.
03

to violate the law

Examples
He trespassed by driving without a license.
04

to commit a sin or breach moral law

Examples
He felt he had trespassed against his conscience.
05

to make excessive or improper use of something

Examples
He trespassed on the patience of his colleagues.
Trespass
01

unlawful entry onto another's property

Examples
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

Examples
The court ruled the construction amounted to a trespass.
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