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Definition of interfering

interfering

/ˌɪn.tɚˈfɪr.ɪŋ/
in · ter · fer · ing
Adverb:interferingly
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1

Given to meddling or intervening in the affairs of others without invitation or necessity.

Example

"She found it difficult to set boundaries with her well-meaning but interfering neighbors."

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Word Origin & Etymology

Formed from the verb 'interfere', which entered English in the 15th century from Old French 'entreferir' ('to strike each other'), combining Latin 'inter-' ('between') and 'ferire' ('to strike'). Originally a veterinary term describing a horse striking one fetlock against the other while walking, it broadened to mean meddling in others' affairs.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Interfering. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/interfering
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