forcible entry
Definition of forcible entry
chiefly US
: entering a building or room by using force to open a door or window The door showed signs of forcible entry.
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: effected by force used against opposition or resistance
: characterized by force, efficiency, or energy : powerful
: the right or privilege of entering : entrée
: the act of entering : entrance
: a place of entrance: such as
Law Dictionary
forcible entry
Legal Definition of forcible entry
1 : the unlawful taking of possession of real property by force or threats of force against the lawful possessor — see also forcible entry and detainer
2 : unlawful entry into or onto another's property especially when accompanied by force forcible entry of an automobile
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