Definitions

1. noun

A violent or sudden breaking or bursting open, especially of a door or other barrier.

“The thief made an effraction into the museum’s vault through a side door.”

2. noun

A sudden or violent invasion, especially of a country or a place.

“The invading army made a surprise effraction on the enemy’s territory.”

3. noun

An act of breaking or bursting open something, especially in a violent or sudden manner.

“The explosion made a massive effraction in the building’s wall.”

4. verb

To break or burst open something, especially in a violent or sudden manner.

“The strong winds effracted the windows of the old house.”