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fortification

/ˌfɔːtɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/

/ˌfɔrtɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/

fortificationnoun

fortifications

/ˌfɔːtɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/

/ˌfɔrtɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/

Translations

The soldiers took refuge in the fortification during the battle.

Солдаты укрылись в форте во время битвы.

The ancient city was surrounded by a massive fortification.

Древний город был окружен массивным укреплением.

Additional translations

Definitions

A defensive wall or other reinforcement built to strengthen a place against attack.

The ancient city was surrounded by a massive fortification to protect it from invaders.

The act of building military defenses to protect a place against attack.

The fortification of the border was a priority for the military.

A structure or building that is used for defense.

The castle served as a fortification during the medieval wars.

The process of adding vitamins, minerals, or other nutrients to food or drink to increase its nutritional value.

The fortification of breakfast cereals with iron helps prevent anemia.

Synonyms

fortificationadjective

/ˌfɔː.tɪ.fɪˈkeɪ.ʃən/

/ˌfɔr.t̬ə.fɪˈkeɪ.ʃən/

Used attributively before a noun to describe something related to defensive works (e.g., "fortification plans").

Definitions

Relating to the design, construction, or use of defensive works.

The army issued new fortification guidelines.