Meaning of the word incursion in English
What does incursion mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
incursion
US /ɪnˈkɝː.ʒən/
UK /ɪnˈkɜː.ʒən/
Noun
1.
a sudden invasion or attack, especially a brief or small-scale one
Example:
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The army repelled a border incursion by enemy forces.
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The government is concerned about the incursion of foreign troops into their territory.
2.
an act of entering into an area or activity where one does not belong or is not welcome
Example:
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The company made an incursion into the luxury market.
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We must prevent the incursion of politics into the judicial system.