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encroaches
verb
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Divide encroaches into syllables:

en · croaches

How to pronounce encroaches:

Definition of encroaches:

encroaches (verb):
to intrude gradually on someone's rights or on a piece of land
to enter by gradual steps or by stealth into the possessions or rights of another

Synonyms for encroaches:

impingeusurpintrudeinvadetrespasstrenchcreepsinfringeinchesworms

Antonyms for encroaches:

givesrespects

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