trench

noun
UK: /trentʃ/
US: /trentʃ/

  1. A long, narrow ditch or excavation in the ground.

    1. The soldiers hid in the trench for safety during the attack.
    2. Archaeologists discovered an ancient trench during the excavation, revealing clues about the civilization.

  2. A long, narrow depression in the ocean floor.

    1. The Mariana Trench is the deepest part of the world's oceans.
    2. Scientists explored the ocean trench using a remotely operated vehicle.

  3. A deep furrow or wrinkle on the face.

    1. Worry lines formed a deep trench across his brow.
    2. Years of hard work etched a trench around his mouth, reflecting his experiences.

Synonyms

gully furrow excavate channel ditch
trench verb

  1. To dig a long, narrow ditch.

    1. The workers began to trench the field for irrigation.
    2. They had to trench through the rocky soil to lay the water pipes properly.

  2. To provide with a trench.

    1. The road was trenched to allow for the laying of cables.
    2. The area was trenched and reinforced to prevent future landslides after heavy rains.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "trench" in English means: A long, narrow ditch or excavation in the ground., A long, narrow depression in the ocean floor., A deep furrow or wrinkle on the face..

The phonetic transcription of "trench" is /trentʃ/ in British English and /trentʃ/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "trench": gully, furrow, excavate, channel, ditch.

Example usage of "trench": "The soldiers hid in the trench for safety during the attack.". More examples on the page.