transitive. figurative. To establish in a secure or defended position; to protect. Chiefly reflexive. Also intransitive with reflexive meaning.
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| 释义 | the world > action or operation > safety > obtain safety [verb (reflexive)] > take up secure position (3) retrench1705 transitive. figurative. To establish in a secure or defended position; to protect. Chiefly reflexive. Also intransitive with reflexive meaning. snug1795 reflexive. To make (oneself) comfortable, secure, or safe (cf. quots.); to bring (oneself) into something comfortable. ensconce1820 transitive. To establish in a place or position for the purpose. of security, comfort, ‘snugness’, etc. Chiefly reflexive. |
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