Trenching: meaning, definitions and examples

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trenching

 

[ หˆtrษ›nสงษชล‹ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

construction work

Trenching refers to the act of digging a long, narrow excavation in the ground. This process is often a crucial part of construction projects, including the installation of utilities like water, sewage, or electrical lines. Trenching can also be used in agriculture to create drainage systems or in landscaping to establish irrigation. The depth and width of the trench depend on its intended purpose and the soil conditions. Safety regulations often apply to trenching due to the risks of collapse.

Synonyms

digging, ditch, excavation

Examples of usage

  • The crew is trenching for new water lines.
  • They will begin trenching for the foundation tomorrow.
  • Proper safety measures are essential during trenching.
  • Trenching is crucial for effective drainage systems.

Translations

Translations of the word "trenching" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น escavaรงรฃo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค–เฅเคฆเคพเคˆ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Graben

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ penggalian

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ั‚ั€ะฐะฝัˆะตั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ wykop

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒˆใƒฌใƒณใƒ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท tranchรฉe

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ zanjas

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท kanal aรงma

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋„๋ž‘

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฎู†ุฏู‚

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ pล™รญkop

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ priekopa

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆฒŸๆงฝ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ jarek

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ grรณf

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ า›ะฐะทัƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ—แƒฎแƒ แƒ˜แƒšแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ kanal aรงma

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ zanjas

Etymology

The term 'trenching' originates from the word 'trench,' which has its roots in the late Middle English word 'trenche,' derived from Old French 'trenche' meaning to cut or divide. The word is fundamentally linked to the act of creating a narrow cut or excavation in the earth. Historically, trenching has been used by civilizations since ancient times for various purposes including fortifications, agriculture, and drainage. The methods and technology used for trenching have evolved over the centuries, with manual tools giving way to machinery in modern construction. Today, trenching plays an essential role in many sectors, reflecting its longstanding significance in human development.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #24,128, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.