What is "entrench" in English? Definition and Explanations

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What does entrench mean in English? Meaning of entrench definition and abbreviation with examples.

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What is "entrench" in English? Definition and Explanations

Meaning of "entrench": fix firmly or securely

Verb

  • Meaning: fix firmly or securely
  • Synonyms: entrench intrench
  • Hypernyms: fasten fix secure
  • Pronunciation in UK: /ɛnˈtɹɛntʃ/

    Meaning of "entrench": impinge or infringe upon

    Verb

  • Meaning: impinge or infringe upon
  • Example: This impinges on my rights as an individual This matter entrenches on other domains
  • Synonyms: encroach entrench impinge trench
  • Hypernyms: take advantage trespass
  • Pronunciation in UK: /ɛnˈtɹɛntʃ/

    Meaning of "entrench": occupy a trench or secured area

    Verb

  • Meaning: occupy a trench or secured area
  • Example: The troops dug in for the night
  • Synonyms: dig in entrench
  • Pronunciation in UK: /ɛnˈtɹɛntʃ/

    Synonyms:

    ingrain, strengthen, fortify, ensconce, embed, define, plant, set, fence, confirm, fix, protect, seat, settle, install, lodge, found, implant, infix, root, anchor, ground, dig in, hole up, intrude, interlope, intervene, interfere, infringe, encroach, impinge, invade, break in on, make inroads, stick nose into,

    Antonyms:

    weaken, dissuade, disorganize, unsettle, destroy, hurt, discourage, upset, displace, remove, end, move, leave, let go, stay off, leave alone, stay off,

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    entrench in English: entrench
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