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1. (v.t.) entrench
to place in a position of strength; establish firmly or solidly.
2. entrench
to dig trenches for defensive purposes around (oneself, a military position, etc.).
3. (v.i.) entrench
to encroach; trespass; infringe (usu. fol. by on or upon):
to entrench on the rights of another.
Etymology: (1545–55)
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Princeton's WordNet |
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1. (verb) entrench, intrench
fix firmly or securely
2. (verb) impinge, encroach, entrench, trench
impinge or infringe upon
"This impinges on my rights as an individual"; "This matter entrenches on other domains"
3. (verb) entrench, dig in
occupy a trench or secured area
"The troops dug in for the night"
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Webster Dictionary |
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1. (verb) entrench
see Intrench
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