trench

Definition

  • noun: a long, narrow hole that is dug in the ground
  • noun: a long cut in the ground
  • verb: to make a cut in
  • usually plural
  • synonyms: ditch, carve, intrench

Examples

  • These people are working every day down 'in the trenches' to improve the lives of refugees.

  • a brave soldier who fought in the 'trenches' in World War I

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) - Don't mention it. Just loosen up. Okay, buddy? You guys. You really nailed him. Bye. - Ma'am. One more thing. - Yes? When you come to this trench, swim through it, not over it. Trench. Through it. Not over it. l'll remember. Wait up, partner. Hold on. Wait. l've got to tell you something. Nice trench. Hello! - Okay, let's go. - No, no. Bad trench. - We're going to swim over this thing. - Whoa, partner. Red flag going up. (..)
    2003 Finding Nemo