entrench
[ en-trench ]
/ ɛnˈtrɛntʃ /
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verb (used with object)
to place in a position of strength; establish firmly or solidly: safely entrenched behind undeniable facts.
to dig trenches for defensive purposes around (oneself, a military position, etc.).
verb (used without object)
to encroach; trespass; infringe (usually followed by on or upon): to entrench on the domain or rights of another.
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OTHER WORDS FROM entrench
re·en·trench, verbun·en·trenched, adjectiveWords nearby entrench
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entrench
intrench
/ (ɪnˈtrɛntʃ) /
verb
(tr) to construct (a defensive position) by digging trenches around it
(tr) to fix or establish firmly, esp so as to prevent removal or change
(intr; foll by on or upon) to trespass or encroach; infringe
Derived forms of entrench
entrenched or intrenched, adjectiveentrencher or intrencher, nounCollins English Dictionary - Complete & Unabridged 2012 Digital Edition
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