trespass

English

/ˈtɹɛspəs/, /ˈtɹɛspæs/

noun
Definitions
  • (legal) An intentional interference with another's property or person.
  • (archaic) sin

Etymology

Derived from Old French trespas (offense against the law, passage).

Origin

Old French

trespas

Gloss

offense against the law, passage

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