fortify
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Verb — To strengthen a place against attack, usually with walls or defenses.
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Etymology
From Old French fortifier, from Latin fortis, "strong," plus the causative suffix -ficare.
Full origin of fortify →Frequently asked questions
What does “fortify” mean?
The word “fortify” means to strengthen a place against attack, usually with walls or defenses. In plain terms, to make something stronger, whether it's a wall, a person's resolve, or a food's nutritional content.
How do you pronounce “fortify”?
“Fortify” is pronounced FAW-tih-feye (/ˈfɔɹtəˌfaɪ/ in IPA).
How do you use “fortify” in a sentence?
Here is “fortify” used in a sentence: “The town fortified its walls before the invasion.”
What part of speech is “fortify”?
“Fortify” is a verb.
Where does the word “fortify” come from?
The word “fortify” comes from Latin. From Old French fortifier, from Latin fortis, "strong," plus the causative suffix -ficare.
How many meanings does “fortify” have?
“Fortify” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to strengthen a place against attack, usually with walls or defenses.