경계를 넘어 서서히 침식하거나 잠식하다.
To advance gradually beyond usual or acceptable limits, especially in a physical or territorial sense.
예문:
"The rising sea levels continue to encroach upon the coastal villages every year."
"The desert is slowly encroaching on the fertile farmland to the south."
남의 권리나 사생활 등을 부당하게 침해하거나 침범하다.
To intrude on a person's territory, rights, or personal life in a way that is considered unfair or illegal.
예문:
"New surveillance laws must not be allowed to encroach on individual civil liberties."
"The demanding workload began to encroach on her family time and personal well-being."