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Fortification

/ˌfɔː(ɹ)tɪfəˈkeɪʃən/

The act of fortifying; the art or science of fortifying places to strengthen defence against an enemy.

📖 Definitions of "Fortification"

noun
  1. 1

    The act of fortifying; the art or science of fortifying places to strengthen defence against an enemy.

  2. 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. 3

    An increase in effectiveness, as by adding ingredients.

  4. 4

    A jagged pattern sometimes seen during an attack of migraine.

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