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fortification
noun
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Divide fortification into syllables:

for · ti · fi · ca · tion

How to pronounce fortification:

Definition of fortification:

fortification (noun):
the act of fortifying
an act or process of fortifying
defensive structure consisting of walls or mounds built around a stronghold to strengthen it.

Synonyms for fortification:

wallstockadereinforcementrampartbulwarkcastleprotectioncitadelfortressstronghold
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Antonyms for fortification:

erosionopeningweakening

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