intruders
|in-trud-ers|
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/ɪnˈtruːdərz/
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/ɪnˈtruːdəz/
(intruder)
unauthorized entry
Etymology
Etymology Information
'intruder' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'intrudere,' where 'in-' meant 'into' and 'trudere' meant 'to thrust.'
Historical Evolution
'intrudere' transformed into the Old French word 'intruder,' and eventually became the modern English word 'intruder' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to thrust into,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'someone who enters without permission.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
people who enter a place without permission, often with the intent to cause harm or commit a crime.
The security system was triggered by intruders.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45