01 n. A running into; hence, an entering into a territory with hostile intention; a temporary invasion; a predatory or harassing inroad; a raid.
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A running into; hence, an entering into a territory with hostile intention; a temporary invasion; a predatory or harassing inroad; a raid.“The Scythian, whose incursions wild Have wasted Sogdiana.” — Milton.“The incursions of the Goths disordered the affairs of the Roman Empire.” — Arbuthnot.
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Attack; occurrence.[Obs.]“Sins of daily incursion.” — South.