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fort

/fɔːt/ /fɔɹt/

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noun

Fort, forteresse

A fortified defensive structure stationed with troops.

Examples :

"The army built a fort on the hilltop to protect the border. "

L'armée a construit un fort sur la colline pour protéger la frontière.

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noun

Fort, forteresse

Any permanent army post.

Examples :

"The soldiers stationed at the fort were responsible for protecting the border. "

Les soldats stationnés au fort étaient responsables de la protection de la frontière.

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noun

Comptoir commercial

An outlying trading-station, as in British North America.

Examples :

"The Hudson's Bay Company's fort was a crucial trading post for the local indigenous people. "

Le comptoir commercial de la Compagnie de la Baie d'Hudson était un poste commercial crucial pour les populations autochtones locales.

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verb

Fortifier, renforcer

To create a fort, fortifications, a strong point, or a redoubt.

Examples :

"The children fortified their bedroom with blankets and pillows to create a secret fort. "

Les enfants ont fortifié leur chambre avec des couvertures et des oreillers pour créer un fort secret.

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