Trespassing: meaning, definitions and examples

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trespassing

 

[ ˈtrɛspəsɪŋ ]

Noun / Verb
Context #1 | Noun

illegal activity

The act of unlawfully entering someone's property without permission. Trespassing is considered a criminal offense and can result in fines or imprisonment.

Synonyms

encroachment, intrusion, trespass

Examples of usage

  • Police warned the teenagers about the consequences of trespassing on private property.
  • Trespassing signs were posted around the perimeter of the estate to deter intruders.
Context #2 | Verb

illegal action

To enter someone's land or property without permission or legal right. Trespassing can lead to legal action being taken against the individual.

Synonyms

intrude, transgress, violate

Examples of usage

  • The farmer caught the hunters trespassing on his fields and called the authorities.
  • Trespassing on railway tracks is not only dangerous but also illegal.

Translations

Translations of the word "trespassing" in other languages:

🇵🇹 invasão

🇮🇳 अवैध प्रवेश

🇩🇪 Hausfriedensbruch

🇮🇩 penerobosan

🇺🇦 незаконне проникнення

🇵🇱 wtargnięcie

🇯🇵 不法侵入

🇫🇷 intrusion

🇪🇸 intrusión

🇹🇷 izinsiz giriş

🇰🇷 무단 침입

🇸🇦 تعدي

🇨🇿 nedovolený vstup

🇸🇰 nedovolený vstup

🇨🇳 擅自闯入

🇸🇮 nepooblaščeno vstopanje

🇮🇸 óleyfilegur aðgangur

🇰🇿 рұқсатсыз кіру

🇬🇪 უკანონო შეღწევა

🇦🇿 icazəsiz daxil olma

🇲🇽 intrusión

Word origin

The term 'trespassing' has its origins in Old French 'trespas,' meaning 'a passing beyond boundaries.' In English law, the concept of trespass dates back to the medieval period when land ownership and property rights were highly valued. Trespassing was considered a serious offense punishable by law. Over time, the definition and legal consequences of trespassing have evolved, reflecting changes in societal norms and property laws.

See also: trespass, trespasser, trespasses.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #20,401, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.