Meaning of the word intruder in English
What does intruder mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
intruder
US /ɪnˈtruː.dɚ/
UK /ɪnˈtruː.dər/
Noun
1.
a person who intrudes, especially into a building with criminal intent
Example:
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The alarm system detected an intruder trying to break into the house.
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The security guard quickly apprehended the intruder.
2.
a person or thing that interferes with or disrupts a situation or activity
Example:
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The new software was an unwelcome intruder in their established workflow.
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A sudden noise became an intruder in the quiet library.