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trespassing

n. uncountable
B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈtɹɛsˌpæsɪŋ// UK //tɹˈɛspəsɪŋ// tres·pass·ing

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.


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.

Synonyms
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.

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