n. | 1. | The act of fortifying; the art or science of fortifying places in order to defend them against an enemy. | |||
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.
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Noun | 1. | fortification - defensive structure consisting of walls or mounds built around a stronghold to strengthen it Synonyms: munition |
2. | fortification - the art or science of strengthening defenses | |
3. | fortification - the addition of an ingredient for the purpose of enrichment (as the addition of alcohol to wine or the addition of vitamins to food) |