invasion
/ɪnˈveɪʒən/ noun B1- A military action consisting of a large armed force of one geopolitical entity entering territory controlled by another such entity, generally with the objective of conquering territory or altering the established government.
- The entry without consent of an individual or group into an area where they are not wanted. · an invasion of mobile phones· an invasion of bees
- The spread of cancer cells, bacteria and such to the organism.
- The breaching of the skin barrier.
Plural invasions
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