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stronghold

Pronunciation: /ˈstrɒŋhəʊld/
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Definition of stronghold

noun

  • 1a place where a particular cause or belief is strongly defended or upheld:a Labour stronghold
  • 2a place that has been fortified so as to protect it against attack: their mountain strongholds fell to enemy attack

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Definition of stronghold in the US English dictionary
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