Meaning of the word trench in English

What does trench mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

trench

US /trentʃ/

UK /trentʃ/

a long, narrow ditch

Example:

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The soldiers dug a deep trench for protection.

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Workers are digging a trench for new pipes.

Synonym:

ditch moat channel furrow gully

to dig a trench or trenches in (land)

Example:

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They will trench the area to lay the cables.

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The heavy rain trenched the garden path.

Synonym:

dig excavate gouge furrow

Related Word:

trench coat