noun#8,417 by frequency
fortification
/ˌfɔː(ɹ)tɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/
The act of fortifying; the art or science of fortifying places to strengthen defence against an enemy; That which fortifies; especially, a work or works erected to defend a place against attack
- plural
- fortifications
Meanings
- 1
The act of fortifying; the art or science of fortifying places to strengthen defence against an enemy
- 2
That which fortifies; especially, a work or works erected to defend a place against attack; a fortified place; a fortress; a fort; a castle
- 3
An increase in effectiveness, as by adding ingredientsrare
- 4
A jagged pattern sometimes seen during an attack of migrainerare