intrench
/ɪnˈtrɛntʃ/
verb
- To establish firmly or securely, especially in a position or role.
- Years of practice intrench good habits in a musician's routine.
- The new law intrenches the rights of minority groups.
- The company intrenches its market position by constantly innovating.
- To surround or fortify with a trench, especially for military defense.
- They intrench the perimeter to protect against surprise attacks.
- The soldiers intrench their camp before the enemy arrives.
- The general orders his troops to intrench on the hilltop.