Intrusion \In*tru"sion\, n. [Cf. F. intrusion. See Intrude.]
1. The act of intruding, or of forcing in; especially, the
forcing (one's self) into a place without right or
welcome; encroachment.
Why this intrusion? Were not my orders that I should
be private? --Addison.
2. (Geol.) The penetrating of one rock, while in a plastic or
metal state, into the cavities of another.
3. (Law) The entry of a stranger, after a particular estate
or freehold is determined, before the person who holds in
remainder or reversion has taken possession.
4. (Scotch Ch.) The settlement of a minister over 3
congregation without their consent.
Source: Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary (1913) |