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Definition interfere with in British English

interfere with phrasal verb

[transitive] phrasal verb
1

to prevent something from happening or developing in the correct way

Example

Mum says I can get a job if it doesn't interfere with my homework.

Example

The defective gene interferes with normal body processes.

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2

to use, handle, or change something, although you have no right to do this, especially so that you damage or spoil it

Example

I saw him interfering with the smoke alarm.

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3

to persuade a witness to give false information in a court of law

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4

to attack a child by touching them sexually

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Definition interfere with in British English