This is the 7937th most frequent Japanese word.
壕
"壕" means "trench," "ditch," or "dugout" in English.
In this sentence, 壕 refers to a trench, specifically one used for refuge or defensive purposes during conflict.
兵士たちは山の側面に掘られた壕に避難しました。
The soldiers took refuge in the trench dug along the mountainside.
Here, 壕 describes a moat, often a water-filled trench used to protect fortresses and impede enemy access.
古代の戦いでは、壕を使って敵の進行を防ぐのが一般的でした。
In ancient battles, using moats to impede enemy movement was common.
In this context, 壕 refers to an archaeological trench, used for exploration or study of historical sites.