Meaning of the word encountered in English

What does encountered mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

encountered

US /ɪnˈkaʊntərd/
UK /ɪnˈkaʊntəd/

Verb

to meet someone or something unexpectedly

Example:
We encountered a deer on our morning walk.
The team encountered strong resistance from the opposing side.
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