intrenchment

intrenchment is a   Noun

Definition:

[1] The act of intrenching or the state of being intrenched.

[2] Any defensive work consisting of at least a trench or ditch and a parapet made from the earth thrown up in making such a ditch. On our side, we have thrown up intrenchments on Winter and Prospect Hills. Washington.

[3] Any defense or protection.

[4] An encroachment or infringement. The slight intrenchment upon individual freedom. Southey.

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