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Usurpation

Definition: The act of usurping, or of seizing and enjoying; an
authorized, arbitrary assumption and exercise of power, especially an
infringing on the rights of others; specifically, the illegal seizure
of sovereign power; -- commonly used with of, also used with on or
upon; as, the usurpation of a throne; the usurpation of the supreme
power.

Usurpation

Definition: Use; usage; custom.