retrenchment

Word parts

retrench + -ment

Pronunciation

• IPA ^(key): /rɪˈtrɛn(t)ʃm(ə)nt/
• IPA ^(key): /rəˈtrɛnt͡ʃm(ə)nt/ or [ri-]

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• Hyphenation: re‧trench‧ment

Noun

Singular retrenchment

Plural retrenchments

1. (countable & uncountable) Retrenchment is the act of terminating the employment of a worker by firing them.
   • Synonym: layoff