What does the cryptic crossword clue "Economise on protection for soldiers (8)" mean?

The definition is "Economise". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). RE (synonym of "on") + TRENCH (synonym of "protection for soldiers"); definition: "Economise" The answer is RETRENCH.

Economise on protection for soldiers (8)

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