INTRENCHMENTS
Noun
intrenchments
plural of intrenchment
Source: Wiktionary
INTRENCHMENT
In*trench"ment, n. Etym: [From Intrench.]
1. The act of intrenching or the state of being intrenched.
2. (Mil.)
Definition: 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.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition