TechnologyAugust 16, 2026
infringement
in-FRINJ-muhnt
Definition
The act of violating, breaking, or trespassing upon the legal rights of someone, especially in relation to intellectual property or copyright law.
Etymology
Originating from the Latin word 'infringere' (to break or crush), the term entered Middle English via Old French to describe the act of violating a law, rule, or contract.
In the news
The article uses the word to distinguish between legally learning from a text and the unauthorized possession of protected works. It notes that maintaining an illegal library of books is considered clear copyright infringement.
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