fortification
Translation
fortification, stronghold, reinforcement
Examples
The ancient city had impressive fortifications.
The ancient city had impressive fortifications.
The fortification of milk with vitamins is common.
The fortification of milk with vitamins is common.
Grammar Patterns
((a/the)) fortification a defensive wall or other reinforcement built to strengthen a place against attack The ancient city had impressive fortifications.
Similar Words
Synonyms: fortress, stronghold, rampart
Etymology
From Latin 'fortis' (strong) + 'facere' (to make). It means 'the act of making strong'.
Memory Tips
Think of a 'fort'. The suffix '-ification' means 'the process of making'. So, it's the process of making something strong like a fort, or the strong structure itself.