home invasion
noun
an act or instance of entering an occupied residence with the intent to commit a burglary or other crime.
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OTHER WORDS FROM home invasion
home invader, nounWords nearby home invasion
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British Dictionary definitions for home invasion
home invasion
noun
Australian and NZ aggravated burglary
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