fortification

Meanings

Plural: fortifications

Noun

• defensive structure consisting of walls or mounds built around a stronghold to strengthen it
• the art or science of strengthening defenses
• the addition of an ingredient for the purpose of enrichment (as the addition of alcohol to wine or the addition of vitamins to food)
• 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; a fortified place; a fortress; a fort; a castle.
• An increase in effectiveness, as by adding ingredients.
• A jagged pattern sometimes seen during an attack of migraine.

Synonyms

munition

Related Words

fortify