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entrench

verb

fix firmly or securely

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Word Facts

Word length
8
Starts with
E
Ends with
H
Contains
NT
Scrabble score
13
Database source
OEWN 2025 Core

How it sounds

Pronunciation

ɪnˈtɹɛntʃ

Meaning

Definitions

verb

  1. fix firmly or securely

verb

  1. occupy a trench or secured area

    “The troops dug in for the night”

verb

  1. impinge or infringe upon

    “This impinges on my rights as an individual”

In context

Example Sentences

The troops dug in for the night
This impinges on my rights as an individual
This matter entrenches on other domains

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