interlope

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English

Etymology

Early 17th century, likely back-formation from interloper. Alternatively, directly formed as inter- +‎ lope (“leap, jump”)[1] – literally “to jump in”.

Verb

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  1. To intrude, meddle, or trespass in others' affairs.

References

  1. ^ Douglas Harper (2001–2024) “interlope”, in Online Etymology Dictionary.

Anagrams

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