 entrench |
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| 1. | [ verb ] fix firmly or securely | |
| Synonyms: | intrench | |
| Related terms: | fasten | |
| 2. | [ verb ] impinge or infringe upon | |
| Synonyms: | impinge trench encroach | |
| Examples: | "This impinges on my rights as an individual" "This matter entrenches on other domains" |
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| Related terms: | trespass impingement | |
| 3. | [ verb ] trespass or encroach; infringe | |
| Synonyms: | intrench trench | |
| Examples: | "This in entrenching on other domains" |
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| Related terms: | fasten encroach | |
| 4. | [ verb ] occupy a trench or secured area | |
| Synonyms: | dig_in | |
| Examples: | "The troops dug in for the night" |
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| Related terms: | entrenchment | |
| Similar spelling: |
entrenched entree Entrekin entire endure entreat entrant entrain entrepot entreaty entrance entirety entirely |
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