encroach
/ɪnˈkrəʊtʃ/ · /ɪnˈkroʊtʃ/
CEFR level C1Topic EnvironmentWord #6935 in the learning path
逐步侵占；侵犯
Definitions
v. To gradually take over another's space, time, or rights.
逐步侵占；侵犯
Example
The neighbour's bushes are beginning to encroach on our garden.
邻居家的灌木开始长到我们花园里来了。
As new housing developments encroach on wetlands, local wildlife loses essential breeding grounds and sources of food.
随着新住宅开发项目逐步侵占湿地，当地野生动物失去了重要的繁殖地和食物来源。
Collocations
- encroach on land
- encroach on privacy
- encroach on leisure time
Word family
- encroachment (n)
Synonyms
- intrude
Usage tip
不及物动词，常用encroach on/upon，强调逐步侵占。
FAQ
- What does encroach mean?
- To gradually take over another's space, time, or rights.
- How is encroach pronounced?
- UK /ɪnˈkrəʊtʃ/, US /ɪnˈkroʊtʃ/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
