Emily Dickinson Lexicon
Definition for EN-CROACH'MENT
EN-CROACH'MENT, n.
- The entering gradually on the rights or possessions of another, and taking possession; unlawful intrusion; advance into the territories or jurisdiction of another, by silent means, or without right. Milton. Atterbury. Addison.
- That which is taken by encroaching on another.
- In law, if a tenant owes two shillings rent-service to the lord, and the lord takes three, it is an encroachment. Cowel.
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