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fortification

Pronunciation: /ˌfɔːtɪfɪˈkeɪʃ(ə)n/

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Definition of fortification

noun

a defensive wall or other reinforcement built to strengthen a place against attack: the building and maintenance of fortifications a medieval fortification
[mass noun] the action of fortifying or process of being fortified:the fortification of the frontiers