infringement (n.)

  1. an act that disregards an agreement or a right; he claimed a violation of his rights under the Fifth Amendment

    [ Syn: violation ]

  2. a crime less serious than a felony

    [ Syn: misdemeanor , misdemeanour , infraction , violation ]

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