noun
Uncommon
trespassing
Trespassing (noun) means the act of entering someone's land or property without authorization. Example: “The sign read "No Trespassing" in bold red letters.”
noun
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The act of entering someone's land or property without authorization.
"The sign read "No Trespassing" in bold red letters."
How to use trespassing
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishGoing onto private property without permission — often used on warning signs.
Common pairings
no trespassing
charged with trespassing
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The sign read "No _____" in bold red letters.
Rhymes for trespassing
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What does “trespassing” mean?
The word “trespassing” means the act of entering someone's land or property without authorization. In plain terms, going onto private property without permission — often used on warning signs.
How do you use “trespassing” in a sentence?
Here is “trespassing” used in a sentence: “The sign read "No Trespassing" in bold red letters.”
What part of speech is “trespassing”?
“Trespassing” is a noun.
Is “trespassing” a common word?
“Trespassing” is an uncommon word in modern English.
