"Break and entry" is a phrase that refers to the illegal act of breaking into someone's property (usually a home or a business) with the intention of committing a crime. In legal terms, it is also known as "burglary." There are several synonyms for this phrase, including "home invasion," "breaking and entering," "forced entry," and "trespassing with intent to steal." Other phrases that are commonly used to describe this type of crime include "breaking in," "burglarizing," and "targeting." Regardless of the wording used, though, break and entry is a serious crime that can lead to jail time, fines, and other legal consequences for the perpetrator.