fortress (B2)
noun
Pronunciation: /ˈfɔːr.trəs/
Definition
A large, secure building or place that is strongly defended against attack.
Examples
The castle was a medieval fortress designed to withstand sieges.
They retreated to the fortress when the enemy advanced.
The mountain peak served as a natural fortress against the invading army.
How to Use fortress
- fortress against (prepositional phrase)
- Used to describe something that protects against a threat. — "The thick walls served as a fortress against the harsh weather."
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