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   for·ti·fy

   /ˈfôrdəˌfī/

   verb

   • 1. provide (a place) with defensive works as protection against attack: "the enclave has been heavily fortified in recent years" Similar build defenses aroundstrengthen with defensive workssecureprotectsurroundrare:embattlerampartmoundstrengthenreinforcetoughenconsolidatebolstershore upbracebuttressstiffensupporthold upOpposite weaken
   • ▪ strengthen (someone) mentally or physically: "the girl was fortified by her religious faith" Similar invigoratestrengthenenergizeenlivenliven upanimatevitalizerejuvenaterestorereviverefreshgalvanizedynamizefire uprousemotivateboostperk upstimulateinspirepick upemboldengive courage toencouragecheerheartenbuoy upreassuremake confidentbracesustaininformal:pep upbuck upgive a shot in the arm torare:activateinspiritOpposite sedatesubdue
   • 2. add spirits to (wine) to make port, sherry, or a similar drink: "the wine is aged in oak barrels and fortified with French brandy" Similar add spirits/alcohol tostrengthenOpposite dilute
   • ▪ increase the nutritional value of (food) by adding vitamins or minerals: "most commercial brands of almond milk are fortified with vitamins A, D, B2, B12, calcium, and zinc" Similar add vitamins/minerals toboostimproveinformal:beef up

   Word Origin late Middle English: from French fortifier, from late Latin fortificare, from Latin fortis ‘strong’.

   Derivatives

   • 1. fortifiable adjective
   • 2. fortifier noun

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2. dictionary.cambridge.org › us › dictionaryfortify | definition in the Cambridge Learner’s Dictionary

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   fortify meaning: 1. to build strong walls, towers, etc around a place to protect it: 2. to make someone feel…. Learn more.

3. www.merriam-webster.com › dictionary › fortifiedFortified Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

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   Since Port is a fortified wine, it is fermented to about 5 percent alcohol, then brandy is added to arrive at a level of 20 percent alcohol. James Suckling. b. : enriched (as with vitamins or minerals) so that nutritional value is improved. fortified milk.

4. educalingo.com › en › dic-enMeaning of "fortify" in the English dictionary - educalingo

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   Fortify means to make strong and secure, especially in the face of attack: “The townspeople had to fortify their homes for the coming hurricane.” “The students were encouraged to fortify their opinions with facts.” “The soldiers built dugouts and ...

5. www.collinsdictionary.com › dictionary › englishFORTIFIED definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary

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   adjective. 1. (of a place) defensible, due to walls, trenches, etc. He remains barricaded inside his heavily-fortified mansion. fortified castles and villages. 2. strengthened physically, mentally, or morally. 3. (of a garment, structure, etc) strengthened, supported, or reinforced.

6. www.grammarly.com › blog › sentencesWhat Is a Sentence Fragment? (With Examples) | Grammarly

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   Sep 18, 2024 · A sentence fragment is an incomplete sentence; it’s a partial sentence that’s missing another necessary part to make it complete. Put simply, a sentence fragment is a clause that falls short of a complete because it is missing one of three critical components: a subject, a verb, and a complete thought.

7. www.powerthesaurus.org › for_its_fortification › definitionsFor its fortification definition and meaning - Power Thesaurus

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

8. www.dw.com › en › north-korea-vows-to-block-and-fortify-border-with-southNorth Korea vows to block and fortify border with South

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   North Korea said Wednesday it was moving to "permanently shut off and block the southern border." It also vowed to "completely cut off roads and railways " leading to South Korea and "fortify the ...

9. www.thehindu.com › news › internationalNorth Korea vows to block border with South Korea; to boost...

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   2 days ago · North Korea's military said it will “completely cut off roads and railways” linked to South Korea and “fortify the relevant areas of our side with strong defence structures,” according to ...

10. www.abc.net.au › news › 2024/10/09North Korea to 'permanently' shut border with South Korea

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    2 days ago · North Korea's military said it will "completely cut off roads and railways" linked to South Korea and "fortify the relevant areas of our side with strong defence structures," according to the ...

11. www.msn.com › en-us › newsPyongyang to 'permanently' shut border with South Korea - MSN

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    The army said hours later it planned "a substantial military step" that would "completely cut off roads and railways connected to the ROK (South Korea) and fortify the relevant areas of our side ...