invading
verb (present participle)UK /ɪnˈveɪdɪŋ/
US /ɪnˈveɪdɪŋ/
Going into a place where you are not wanted.
The army was invading the neighboring country.
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OTHER MEANINGS
2. Spreading into a place and causing harm, like germs in a body.
The virus was invading his cells.
3. Entering a situation or activity where you are not welcome.
She felt like he was invading her personal space.
4. Coming into a place in large numbers and taking over.
Weeds were invading the garden.