Meaning of the word intrusion in English

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intrusion

US /ɪnˈtruː.ʒən/
UK /ɪnˈtruː.ʒən/
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Noun

1.

the act of intruding

Example:
He apologized for his intrusion.
The constant noise was an unwelcome intrusion.
2.

an instance of something being introduced into a situation or place where it is unwelcome or inappropriate

Example:
The new policy was seen as an intrusion on personal privacy.
His comments were an unwelcome intrusion into the serious discussion.
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