Word | Noun | Adjective | Verb | Adverb |
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retrenchment | Yes | No | No | No |
retrench | No | No | Yes | No |
retrenchment (noun) | retrench (noun) |
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the reduction of expenditures in order to become financially stable | |
entrenchment consisting of an additional interior fortification to prolong the defense |
retrenchment (verb) | retrench (verb) |
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make a reduction, as in one's workforce | |
tighten one's belt; use resources carefully |