/
ˈtrɛn(t)ʃ(ə)nt/
adj.
- vigorous or incisive in expression or style.
- archaic or literary (of a weapon or tool) having a sharp edge.
Derivative
- trenchancy n.
- trenchantly adv.
Etymology
ME: from OFr., lit. ‘cutting’, pres. part. of trenchier (see trench).
