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fortification

The correct spelling is fortification.

How to pronounce fortification

/ˌfɔː(ɹ)tɪfəˈkeɪʃən/
noun

IPA: /ˌfɔː(ɹ)tɪfəˈkeɪʃən/

Say it like: For-tif-ica-sho-n

The correct spelling is fortification. The act of fortifying; the art or science of fortifying places to strengthen defence against an enemy.

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Definition

noun

  1. 1.The act of fortifying; the art or science of fortifying places to strengthen defence against an enemy.
  2. 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.
  3. 3.An increase in effectiveness, as by adding ingredients.
  4. 4.A jagged pattern sometimes seen during an attack of migraine.

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