fort

Definitions of fort
  1. noun
    a fortified defensive structure
    synonyms: vest, veste, vesting, vestingstad
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    type of:
    fortificatie, verdedigingswerk, verdedigingswerken, verschansing, versterking
    a structure used to defend against attack
  2. noun
    a fortified military post where troops are stationed
    synonyms: garnizoen, garnizoensplaats
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    type of:
    post, stijl
    military installation at which a body of troops is stationed
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