infringement

//ɪnˈfrɪndʒmənt//
C1Frequency Level 11Formal
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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.