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usurp definition

usurp (yo̵̅o̅ sʉrp′, -zʉrp′)

transitive verb

to take or assume (power, a position, property, rights, etc.) and hold in possession by force or without right

Etymology: ME usurpen < MFr usurper < L usurpare < usus, a use + rapere, to seize: see rape

intransitive verb

to practice or commit usurpation (on or upon)

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