housebreaking

/ˌhaʊsˈbreɪkɪŋ/

Other forms: housebreakings

Definitions of housebreaking

1. noun

   trespassing for an unlawful purpose; illegal entrance into premises with criminal intent
   synonyms: break-in, breaking and entering

   types:

   home invasion

   burglary of a dwelling while the residents are at home

   type of:

   burglary

   entering a building unlawfully with intent to commit a felony or to steal valuable property