New Word

I am sure this word has been around for a while, but it is a new word for me.

im·pinge (m-pnj)
v. im·pinged, im·ping·ing, im·ping·es
v.intr.
1. To collide or strike: Sound waves impinge on the eardrum.
2. To encroach; trespass: Do not impinge on my privacy.
v.tr.
To encroach upon: "One of a democratic government's continuing challenges is finding a way to protect . . . secrets without impinging the liberties that democracy exists to protect" (Christian Science Monitor).

im·pingement n.
im·pinger n.

I am now going to have to find wonderful and amazing ways to use it!! :)