Effraction
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ɛˈfrak.ʃən/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Effraction is a noun meaning (medicine) A bone fracture where the bone breaks the surface of the skin.
Meaning
(medicine) A bone fracture where the bone breaks the surface of the skin.
More Meanings
- (obsolete, law) forcible Burglary.
Example Sentences
No effraction was found, suggesting the intruder had a key.
Word Forms
- effractions
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include bretch, effuse, aborsement, breach, thievery, anfracture.
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