Noun: infringement in'frinj-munt
- An act that disregards an agreement or a right
"The copyright infringement resulted in legal action";
- violation
- A minor wrongdoing or a lesser crime punishable by a fine or short term of imprisonment
"The parking infringement resulted in a small fine";
- misdemeanor [US], misdemeanour [Brit, Cdn], infraction, violation
Derived forms: infringements
Type of: actus reus, crime, criminal offence [Brit, Cdn], criminal offense [US], law-breaking, misconduct, wrongdoing, wrongful conduct
Encyclopedia: Infringement