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fortification
UK /ˌfɔː(ɹ)tɪfəˈkeɪʃən/
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US /ˌfɔː(ɹ)tɪfəˈkeɪʃən/
The act of fortifying; the art or science of fortifying places to strengthen defence against an enemy.
fortification in 30 Seconds
- (noun) The act of fortifying; the art or science of fortifying places to strengthen defence against an enemy.
- (noun) That which fortifies; especially, a work or works erected to defend a place against attack; a fortified place; a fortress; a fort; a castle.
- (noun) An increase in effectiveness, as by adding ingredients.
Meanings
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noun The act of fortifying; the art or science of fortifying places to strengthen defence against an enemy.
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noun That which fortifies; especially, a work or works erected to defend a place against attack; a fortified place; a fortress; a fort; a castle.
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noun An increase in effectiveness, as by adding ingredients.
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noun A jagged pattern sometimes seen during an attack of migraine.
Summary
The act of fortifying; the art or science of fortifying places to strengthen defence against an enemy.
- (noun) The act of fortifying; the art or science of fortifying places to strengthen defence against an enemy.
- (noun) That which fortifies; especially, a work or works erected to defend a place against attack; a fortified place; a fortress; a fort; a castle.
- (noun) An increase in effectiveness, as by adding ingredients.
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