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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

trenchers

/trɛntʃərz/ noun · British & US
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What does trenchers mean?

noun

A plate or dish, especially one made of wood or metal, used for serving food, especially in medieval times. A long, narrow ditch or depression in the ground, especially one dug for military purposes.

Example

"The medieval banquet featured trenchers made of wood, which were later replaced by metal plates."

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