retrenchment
|re/trench/ment|
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/rɪˈtrɛntʃmənt/
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/rɪˈtrɛnʧmənt/
cost reduction
Etymology
Etymology Information
'retrenchment' originates from French, specifically the word 'retrenchment,' where 're-' meant 'again' and 'trench' meant 'to cut.'
Historical Evolution
'retrenchment' changed from the French word 'retrenchment' and eventually became the modern English word 'retrenchment'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to cut again,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'reducing costs or spending.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the act of reducing costs or spending in response to economic difficulty.
The company announced a retrenchment plan to cut down on expenses.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45