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accroach

[ uh-krohch ]

verb (used with object)

  1. to assume to oneself without right or authority; usurp.


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Other Words From

  • ac·croachment noun
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Word History and Origins

Origin of accroach1

1275–1325; Middle English acrochen < Anglo-French a ( c ) crocher to catch hold of, seize, usurp, Old French: derivative of croc hook, crook 1 (< Germanic ) with ac- ac-; encroach
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Example Sentences

They had attempted to accroach to themselves royal power.

Antonyms: See unusual. usually, adv. ordinarily, generally, customarily, commonly. usurp, v. arrogate, seize, appropriate, accroach. usurpation, n. arrogation, seizure, appropriation. utility, n. usefulness.

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