In‐trench″ment (?), n. [From Intrench.]
1. The act of intrenching or the state of being intrenched.
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.
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.