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Definition of: fortress
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(fôr′tris) noun
A large permanent fort; a stronghold; castle. See synonyms under DEFENSE, FORTIFICATION.
—v.t. To furnish or strengthen with a fortress; fortify. [<OF forteresse <L fortis strong]
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