home invasion

/hoʊm ɪnˌveɪʒən/
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Definitions of home invasion
  1. noun
    burglary of a dwelling while the residents are at home
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    type of:
    break-in, breaking and entering, housebreaking
    trespassing for an unlawful purpose; illegal entrance into premises with criminal intent
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