
Fortification
Military Origin
Originally, 'fortification' is linked to military defense structures.
The medieval era saw the construction of elaborate fortifications.
Build Structures
Fortification often involves building walls, towers or moats.
They built fortifications along the frontier to prevent invasions.
Not Always Literal
'Fortification' can also mean making something stronger, not just in a physical sense.
The new measures were a fortification against economic downturns. Compare with
BarricadeBulwarkDefenceEmbankmentProtectionRampartReinforcementStrengthenStronghold
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