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1. (n.) usurpation
an act of usurping.
2. usurpation
illegal seizure and occupation of a throne.
Etymology: (1350–1400; ME < L)
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1. (noun) trespass, encroachment, violation, intrusion, usurpation
entry to another's property without right or permission
2. (noun) usurpation
wrongfully seizing and holding (an office or powers) by force (especially the seizure of a throne or supreme authority)
"a succession of generals who ruled by usurpation"
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1. (noun) usurpation
the act of usurping, or of seizing and enjoying; an authorized, arbitrary assumption and exercise of power, especially an infringing on the rights of others; specifically, the illegal seizure of sovereign power; -- commonly used with of, also used with on or upon; as, the usurpation of a throne; the usurpation of the supreme power
2. (noun) usurpation
use; usage; custom
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