trenched

adjective

\ ˈtrencht

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Definition of trenched

1 : furrowed or drained by trenches

2 : provided with protective trenches

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Technically, the ditches are considered Oakmont’s only water hazards, even if the fast-moving groundwater rarely remains in the trenched channels long enough to puddle. — Bill Pennington, New York Times, "William McGirt Wins Memorial to Secure First PGA Victory JUNE 5, 2016," 11 June 2016

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The first known use of trenched was in 1541

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