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intrude

Main Entry:: in·trude
Pronunciation:: \in-ˈtrüd\
Function:: verb
Inflected Form(s):: in·trud·ed; in·trud·ing
Etymology:: Middle English, from Latin intrudere to thrust in, from in- + trudere to thrust — more at threat
Date:: 15th century

intransitive verb 1 : to thrust oneself in without invitation, permission, or welcome 2 : to enter as a geological intrusion transitive verb 1 : to thrust or force in or upon someone or something especially without permission, welcome, or fitness <intruded himself into their lives> 2 : to cause to enter as if by force

— in·trud·er noun

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