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invasive

adjectivemasculine/femininegeneral usecommon/ĩvɐˈzivu/in·va·si·vo

Definition

That invades or tends to invade; that enters aggressively or undesirably into an environment, territory, or organism.

“Cane is an invasive plant that threatens river ecosystems.”

“Minimally invasive surgery causes less tissue damage.”

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