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    trench
    /trɛn(t)ʃ/

    noun

    • 1. a long, narrow ditch: "dig a trench around the perimeter of the fire"
    • 2. a long, narrow, deep depression in the ocean bed, typically one running parallel to a plate boundary and marking a subduction zone: "the Marianas Trench"

    verb

    • 1. dig a trench or trenches in (the ground): "she trenched the terrace to a depth of 6 feet"
    • 2. border closely on; encroach on: archaic "this would surely trench very far on the dignity and liberty of citizens"

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  2. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishTRENCH | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

    A trench is a narrow hole or a deep hole dug into the ground, especially by soldiers. Learn more about the meaning, pronunciation and usage of trench with examples and translations.

  3. www.merriam-webster.com › dictionary › trenchTrench Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

    Learn the meaning of trench as a noun and a verb, with synonyms, examples, and word history. A trench is a long cut in the ground, especially for military defense, or a depression in the ocean floor.

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  5. www.dictionary.com › browse › trenchTRENCH Definition & Meaning | Dictionary.com

    Trench definition: a long, narrow excavation in the ground, the earth from which is thrown up in front to serve as a shelter from enemy fire or attack.. See examples of TRENCH used in a sentence.

  6. dictionary.cambridge.org › us › dictionaryTRENCH | definition in the Cambridge English Dictionary

    A trench is a narrow hole or channel dug into the ground, or a deep hole used by soldiers in war. Learn more about the meaning, usage and pronunciation of trench, and see examples and translations in different languages.

  7. www.collinsdictionary.com › dictionary › englishTRENCH definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary

    A trench is a long narrow channel cut into the ground, for example for pipes, water, or soldiers. Learn more about the word origin, synonyms, examples, and usage of 'trench' in different contexts.

  8. www.thefreedictionary.com › trenchTrench - definition of trench by The Free Dictionary

    A trench is a deep furrow, ditch, or cut, or a long narrow excavation in the ground or the ocean floor. Learn how to use the word trench as a noun or a verb, and see related terms and synonyms.

  9. www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com › definition › englishtrench noun - Definition, pictures, pronunciation and usage notes...

    A trench is a long, deep hole dug in the ground for various purposes, such as carrying away water or protecting soldiers from enemy attacks. Learn more about the word origin, usage and collocations of trench with the Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary app.