Found 2 items, similar to intrenchment.
English → English (WordNet) Definition: intrenchment intrenchment n : an entrenched fortification; a position protected by trenches [syn: entrenchment]
English → English (gcide) Definition: Intrenchment Intrenchment \In*trench"ment\, n. [From Intrench.] [1913 Webster] 1. The act of intrenching or the state of being intrenched. [1913 Webster] 2. (Mil.) 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. [1913 Webster] On our side, we have thrown up intrenchments on Winter and Prospect Hills. --Washington. [1913 Webster] 3. Any defense or protection. [1913 Webster] 4. An encroachment or infringement. [1913 Webster] The slight intrenchment upon individual freedom. --Southey. [1913 Webster]