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Definition of fortification noun from the Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary

fortification

noun
 
/ˌfɔːtɪfɪˈkeɪʃn/
 
/ˌfɔːrtɪfɪˈkeɪʃn/
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  1. [countable, usually plural] a tower, wall, gun position, etc. built to defend a place against attack
    • the ramparts and fortifications of the Old Town
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  2. [uncountable] the act of fortifying or making something stronger
    • plans for the fortification of the city
    3. Word Originlate Middle English: via French from late Latin fortificatio(n-), from fortificare, from Latin fortis ‘strong’.
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