Meaning Of The Word Breaking and entering

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Breaking and entering Meaning

Breaking and entering Definition
Breaking and entering Definition

What's The Definition Of Breaking and entering?

breaking and entering in American English
noun: forcible entry into the home or office of another

breaking and entering in British English
the felonious act of putting aside any obstacle to entry of a house or other structure owned by another, which if left untouched would prevent entrance, followed by entry, with the intention of committing a crime
noun: (formerly) the gaining of unauthorized access to a building with intent to commit a crime or, having committed the crime, the breaking out of the building

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