entrench

[en-trench] Example Sentences Origin

en·trench

[en-trench]
verb (used with object)
1.
to place in a position of strength; establish firmly or solidly: safely entrenched behind undeniable facts.
2.
to dig trenches for defensive purposes around (oneself, a military position, etc.).
verb (used without object)
3.
to encroach; trespass; infringe (usually followed by on or upon): to entrench on the domain or rights of another.

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Entrench is one of our favorite verbs.
So is skedaddle. Does it mean:
to spend time idly; loaf.
to run away hurriedly; flee.
Also, intrench.


Origin:
1545–55; en-1 + trench

re·en·trench, verb
un·en·trenched, adjective


1. settle, ensconce, set, implant, embed.

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  • Too many restrictions on the paid-for services may entrench file-sharing.
  • Successful politicians surmount party allegiances, rather than entrench them.
  • Extending the general's term will entrench his position.
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entrench or intrench (ɪnˈtrɛntʃ)
 
vb
1.  (tr) to construct (a defensive position) by digging trenches around it
2.  (tr) to fix or establish firmly, esp so as to prevent removal or change
3.  (intr; foll by on or upon) to trespass or encroach; infringe
 
intrench or intrench
 
vb
 
en'trenched or intrench
 
adj
 
in'trenched or intrench
 
adj
 
en'trencher or intrench
 
n
 
in'trencher or intrench
 
n

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Word Origin & History

entrench
c.1563, from en- "make, put in" + trench.
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