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/fɔːrˈtɪfaɪ/ · for.ti.fy
verb
- To increase the defenses of; to strengthen and secure by military works; to render defensible against an attack by hostile forces. The city was fortifying its walls to protect against the invading army.
- To impart strength or vigor to. Exercise helps to fortify the body and mind.
- To add spirits to wine to increase the alcohol content. Sherry is made by fortifying wine with brandy.
noun
- The process by which something is fortified. The fortification of the city walls took several months to complete.
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Did you know? The word 'fortify' comes from the Latin word 'fortis', meaning 'strong', and is related to the word 'fortress', which refers to a strong building or structure used for defense.