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ENCROACHES

(verb)

Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Encroaches.

Encroaches - as a verb

Advance beyond the usual limit

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
impingeinfringe

Impinge or infringe upon

Example: "This impinges on my rights as an individual"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
entrenchimpingetrench

Example Sentences

"The construction of the new building encroaches on the neighboring property."
"The invasive species encroaches on the native habitat."
"The new highway encroaches on the rural landscape."
"The growing population encroaches on available resources."
"The development project encroaches on protected wetlands."
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Word Game Points

Is ENCROACHES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, encroaches is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

ENCROACHES has a SCRABBLE points total of 17.

Is ENCROACHES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, encroaches is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
ENCROACHES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 19.

Is ENCROACHES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, encroaches is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
ENCROACHES has a WORDFEUD points total of 19.

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