infringement
//ɪnˈfrɪndʒmənt//
Noun
infringementSingular
infringementsPlural
1
The act of breaking or violating a law, agreement, or right.
The company was sued for copyright infringement.
2
An encroachment or trespass on someone's rights, especially intellectual property rights such as patents, copyrights, or trademarks.
The company filed a lawsuit for copyright infringement against the website.