Looking for the meaning of the word FORTIFY in English for both noun and verb forms from the Oxford Dictionary? Below, you can explore all possible meanings and definitions of FORTIFY with sentence examples. You can also use the “AUDIO PRONUNCIATION” track to check the correct pronunciation in British English.
Word: Fortify
Speech Type: Verb
Etymology:
late Middle English: from French fortifier, from late Latin fortificare, from Latin fortis ‘strong’
Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling:
ˈfɔːtɪfʌɪ
Dialects: British English
Definition:
provide (a place) with defensive works as protection against attack
Short Definition:provide place with defensive works as protection against attack
Examples:- the enclave has been heavily fortified in recent years
Definition:
add spirits to (wine) to make port, sherry, or a similar drink
Short Definition:add spirits to wine to make port
Examples:- the wine is aged in oak barrels and fortified with French brandy
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