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侵占
qīnzhàn
Description
“侵占”的意思是用不正当的方法占有别人的东西或土地。
"侵占" means to occupy someone else's property or land by improper means.
这个词常用在法律和历史里，语气比较严肃。
This word is often used in legal and historical contexts, with a serious tone.
Meanings
侵占qīnzhàn
to seize or occupy something illegally
他侵占了公司的钱。
He embezzled the company's money.
侵占qīnzhàn
to invade and occupy territory
敌人侵占了这座城市。
The enemy occupied the city.
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Notes
- Etymology
侵 (to invade) + 占 (to occupy), stressing wrongful taking.
- Nuance
stronger and more negative than 占用; implies illegal or forceful seizure.
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