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fort

[fɔːt]

fort Definition

a fortified building or strategic position used for military defense.

Using fort: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "fort" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The soldiers were stationed at the fort to protect the city.

  • Example

    The fort was built in the 18th century to defend against enemy attacks.

  • Example

    The enemy army laid siege to the fort for several weeks.

fort Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with fort

  • to construct a fortified building or structure

    Example

    The children spent the afternoon building a fort out of cardboard boxes.

  • to attack a fortified position with force

    Example

    The troops prepared to storm the fort and take control of it.

  • to maintain control of a situation or location while others are away or unavailable

    Example

    I need to run some errands, can you hold the fort while I'm gone?

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Summary: fort in Brief

A 'fort' [fɔːt] is a fortified building or strategic position used for military defense. It is often used as a base for soldiers to protect a city or region. Phrases like 'build a fort,' 'storm the fort,' and 'hold the fort' illustrate the versatility of the term.

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