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stronghold

[strɒŋhəʊld]

stronghold Definition

  • 1a place that has been fortified so as to protect it against attack
  • 2a place where a particular cause or belief is strongly defended or upheld

Using stronghold: Examples

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

  • Example

    The castle was a stronghold against enemy attacks.

  • Example

    The company's market share was a stronghold in the industry.

  • Example

    The political party's stronghold was in the rural areas.

  • Example

    The team's defense was a stronghold against their opponents.

stronghold Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for stronghold

Phrases with stronghold

  • the final remaining place of refuge or support for a group or idea

    Example

    The small village was the last stronghold of the ancient tribe.

  • a place where power is concentrated and exercised

    Example

    The capital city was the stronghold of political power.

  • a place where a particular religion is practiced and defended

    Example

    The temple was a religious stronghold for the local community.

Origins of stronghold

from Old English 'strang' meaning 'strong' and 'hold'

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Summary: stronghold in Brief

A 'stronghold' [strɒŋhəʊld] is a fortified place that provides protection from attack or a place where a particular cause or belief is strongly defended. Examples include castles, market shares, political parties, and sports teams. Phrases like 'last stronghold' and 'religious stronghold' denote the final remaining place of refuge or support for a group or idea, and a place where a particular religion is practiced and defended, respectively.

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