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Trenchers

Definition:

Trenchers refer to shallow plates or dishes made of wood or metal that were used in the Middle Ages as a substitute for plates. These trenchers were typically flat and were often used as a base for serving food.

Sense 1 - Noun:

Plural form of trencher.

Example Sentence: The medieval feast was served on wooden trenchers.

Related Products:

• Wooden Trencher Plates
• Medieval Feast Trencher Set

Sense 2 - Verb:

In archeology, trenchers refer to the process of digging trenches or shallow excavations to uncover artifacts or study stratigraphy.

Example Sentence: The team trenchers the site and found several ancient artifacts.

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• Archaeological Trenching Tools
• Stratigraphy Excavation Set

Sense 3 - Adjective (Popular):

Used to describe a popular style or trend at a specific time.

Example Sentence: In the 1980s, trenchers coats were iconic fashion items.

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• Classic 1980s Trench Coat
• Retro Trenchers Clothing Collection

Sense 4 - Adjective (Local):

Used to describe something specific or particular to a local area or community.

Example Sentence: Farmer's markets often offer trenchers vegetables, grown and harvested locally.

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• Local Trenchers' Farm Fresh Produce
• Trenchers CSA Subscription Box