Fortification
/ˌfɔː.tɪ.fɪˈkeɪ.ʃən/noun
A defensive structure or work built to strengthen a place against attack.
Did you know?The concept of fortification dates back to ancient civilizations, where walls and strongholds were not just physical barriers but also symbols of power and protection against the chaos of the world.
Etymological Timeline
Latin
Latin
fortificatio
“The act of making strong or strengthening.”
Old French
Old French
fortification
“A defensive work or structure.”
Middle English
Middle English
fortificacioun
“The act of fortifying; stronghold.”
Modern English
English
fortification
“A structure built for defense, implying a strategic significance in warfare.”