Word
trespassing
Phoneticstres·pass·ing
US/ˈtɹɛsˌpæsɪŋ/
UK/tɹˈɛspəsɪŋ/
Definition
n. the act of entering someone's land or property without their permission. It is often a legal problem and you might see signs telling you not to do it.
n. the act of entering another person's property or land without consent. Often carries legal implications regarding property rights and liability.
Examples
“The sign says no trespassing is allowed on this farm.”
“The hikers were warned that trespassing on private property could lead to a fine from the local authorities.”
“While the children thought they were simply exploring the woods, the landowner considered their presence a clear case of trespassing and contacted the police to report the intrusion.”
Examples
simple
“The sign says no trespassing is allowed on this farm.”
contextual
“The hikers were warned that trespassing on private property could lead to a fine from the local authorities.”
complex
“While the children thought they were simply exploring the woods, the landowner considered their presence a clear case of trespassing and contacted the police to report the intrusion.”
Usage
Often used as a gerund noun to describe the illegal act itself.
Pitfall
He was trespassing the house.
He was trespassing on the property.
When used as a verb, it is intransitive and requires the preposition 'on' to indicate the location.
Real-World Examples
“On Saturday evening, three women were arrested for trespassing on the golf links at Doonbeg and appeared at a special sitting of Ennis District Court.” “In recent months, the Tohono O’odham tribe has put up large signs warning against trespassing on its reservation.” Scan code
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