Associations to the word «Entrench»

Wiktionary

ENTRENCH, verb. (construction) (archaeology) To dig or excavate a trench; to trench.
ENTRENCH, verb. (military) To surround or provide with a trench, especially for defense; to dig in.
ENTRENCH, verb. (figuratively) To establish a substantial position in business, politics, etc.
ENTRENCH, verb. To invade; to encroach; to infringe or trespass; to enter on, and take possession of, that which belongs to another; usually followed by on or upon.
ENTRENCH, verb. To cut in; to furrow; to make trenches in or upon.

Dictionary definition

ENTRENCH, verb. Fix firmly or securely.
ENTRENCH, verb. Impinge or infringe upon; "This impinges on my rights as an individual"; "This matter entrenches on other domains".
ENTRENCH, verb. Occupy a trench or secured area; "The troops dug in for the night".

Wise words

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