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Meaning:

Noun:

  • A long, narrow ditch or hole dug in the ground, especially in warfare.
  • archaeology A pit, usually rectangular with smooth walls and floor, excavated during an archaeological investigation.
  • informal A trench coat.

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Verb:

  • archaeology To excavate an elongated and often narrow pit.
  • infantry To excavate an elongated pit for protection of soldiers and or equipment, usually perpendicular to the line of sight toward the enemy.
  • followed by {{term|upon}} To invade, especially with regard to the rights or the exclusive authority of another.

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