Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
unlawful-entry
Noun
ʌnˈlɔːfəl ˈɛntri
Definition
The act of entering a property without permission, violating the rights of the owner.
Examples
- He was charged with unlawful entry after breaking into the garage.
- The tenant was evicted for repeated unlawful entry into restricted areas of the building.
- Unlawful entry is often considered a form of trespassing.
Meaning
Unlawful entry refers to the illegal act of entering someone’s property without their consent or legal authority.
Synonyms
- trespass
- invasion
- intrusion