Encroacher

Pronunciation: /ˈɪnkɹoʊtʃˈɝ/

Encroacher (noun)

  1. A person or group that moves into an area or situation that is not theirs, reducing what others can use.
  2. Someone who steadily increases their control or influence, causing others to lose space, rights, or freedom over time.

Examples

  • The encroacher took others space by building too close to the fence.
  • The neighbors complained because an encroacher took others space near their yard.