intrude

Pronunciation

• IPA ^(key): /ɪnˈtruːd/

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Verb

Plain form intrude

Third-person singular intrudes

Past tense intruded

Past participle intruded

Present participle intruding

1. (transitive) If you intrude, you put yourself in a place or situation without invitation or permission.
   • Synonyms: encroach and trespass