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fortifications

/ˌfɔːrtɪfɪˈkeɪʃənz/ /ˌfɔːrtəfɪˈkeɪʃənz/

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noun

Fortificaciones, fortificación

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. "

Las fortificaciones de la ciudad medieval, incluyendo sus altas murallas y su foso profundo, la protegieron de los ataques.

architecture military war building

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noun

Fortificaciones, defensas

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. "

Las fortificaciones de la ciudad antigua, incluyendo gruesos muros de piedra y altas torres, la protegían de los invasores.

military architecture building war

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noun

Fortificación, refuerzo

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. "

Las fortificaciones de hierro y vitaminas del cereal se anuncian en la caja como promotoras de energía y buena salud.

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noun

Fortificaciones visuales, espectro de fortificación

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." "

Antes de que llegara el dolor de cabeza, Sarah vio líneas brillantes en zigzag en su visión, como pequeñas fortificaciones que se construían frente a sus ojos.

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