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Word of the Day Wednesday, June 10, 2026

retrenchment

/rɛtrɛntʃmənt/ noun · British & US
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What does retrenchment mean?

noun

The act of reducing or cutting back on something, especially expenses or spending. A return to a previous position or policy.

Example

"The company implemented a retrenchment plan to reduce costs and stay profitable."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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