noun Download 🔗Share The act of fortifying; the art or science of fortifying places to strengthen defence against an enemy. Examples : "The medieval city's fortifications, including its high walls and deep moat, protected it from attack. " architecture military war building Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share That which fortifies; especially, a work or works erected to defend a place against attack; a fortified place; a fortress; a fort; a castle. Examples : "The ancient city's fortifications, including thick stone walls and tall towers, protected it from invaders. " military architecture building war Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share An increase in effectiveness, as by adding ingredients. Examples : "The cereal's fortifications of iron and vitamins are advertised on the box as promoting energy and good health. " food medicine Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share A jagged pattern sometimes seen during an attack of migraine. Examples : ""Before the headache hit, Sarah saw shimmering, zigzag lines in her vision, like miniature fortifications being built in front of her eyes." " medicine sensation Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading