intruder
ihn-TROO-duh
Intruder (noun) means a person who enters a place without permission. Example: “The alarm went off the moment the intruder opened the window.”
noun
1
A person who enters a place without permission.
"The alarm went off the moment the intruder opened the window."
"Police were called after neighbours spotted an intruder in the yard."
How to use intruder
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishSomeone who breaks in or shows up uninvited, often with bad intent.
Common pairings
spot an intruder
catch an intruder
armed intruder
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Word forms
- Plural
- intruders
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The alarm went off the moment the _____ opened the window.
Etymology
From intrude + -er.
Synonyms
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Rhymes for intruder
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What does “intruder” mean?
The word “intruder” means a person who enters a place without permission. In plain terms, someone who breaks in or shows up uninvited, often with bad intent.
How do you pronounce “intruder”?
“Intruder” is pronounced ihn-TROO-duh (/ənˈtɹudɚ/ in IPA).
How do you use “intruder” in a sentence?
Here is “intruder” used in a sentence: “The alarm went off the moment the intruder opened the window.”
What part of speech is “intruder”?
“Intruder” is a noun.
Is “intruder” a common word?
“Intruder” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.
