<p><strong>Verb (used with object)</strong></p><ul><li>to place in a position of strength; establish firmly or solidly: safely entrenched behind undeniable facts.</li><li>Synonyms: embed, implant, set, ensconce, settle.</li><li>to dig trenches for defensive purposes around (oneself, a military position, etc.).</li></ul><p><strong>Verb (used without object)</strong></p><ul><li>to encroach; trespass; infringe (usually followed by on or upon): to entrench on the domain or rights of another.</li></ul><p><strong>End of Response</strong></p>