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fortify
1 ENTRIES FOUND:
fortifies; fortified; fortifying
fortifies; fortified; fortifying
Learner's definition of FORTIFY
[+ object]
1
: to strengthen (a place) by building military defenses (such as walls, trenches, etc.)（通过建造围墙、壕沟等）防御，防卫
- fortify a city against attack对城市设防以抵御袭击
- a heavily fortified town/border戒备森严的小镇/边境
- a city fortified by high walls以高墙作防的城市
2
a : to make (someone or something) stronger加强；增强
- fortify [=strengthen] the body against illness增强体质以抵御疾病
- Support for his theories has been fortified by the results of these experiments.这些实验结果更有力地支持了他的理论学说。
b : to make (yourself) feel stronger or less fearful使更强壮；使更有勇气
- He took a deep breath to fortify himself before stepping onto the stage.上台之前，他做了个深呼吸为自己鼓劲儿。
3
: to improve the usefulness or quality of (something) by adding something to it : enrich（加入某物）强化，提高
- fortify soil with fertilizer通过施肥使土壤更加肥沃
- milk fortified with vitamin D添加了维生素D的牛奶
fortify
verb
for·ti·fy ˈfȯr-tə-ˌfī 
fortified; fortifying
: to erect fortifications
Did you know?
Medieval cities were fortified against attack by high walls, and volunteers may fortify a levee against an overflowing river by means of sandbags. Foods can be fortified by adding vitamins, but "fortified wines", such as sherry and port, have brandy (a "stronger" drink) rather than vitamins added to them. By adopting good exercise habits, you can fortify your body against illness. And fortifying needn't always be physical. An author's reputation may be fortified by the success of his new book, or a prosecutor can fortify a case against a suspect by finding more evidence.
Synonyms
Example Sentences
fortify a city against attack a city fortified by high walls Support for his theories has been fortified by the results of these experiments. He took a deep breath to fortify himself before stepping onto the stage. milk fortified with vitamin D
Recent Examples on the Web Cal’s finances figure to become even more strained in the years to come given the defections of the L.A. teams unless the Pac-12 holders can find a way to fortify themselves, possibly with new members. 
Ben Bolch, Los Angeles Times, 17 Aug. 2022 Clearing the area around a structure from vegetation and other combustible material, for example, can help fortify it against fire. Richard Vanderford, WSJ, 2 Aug. 2022 But there are things that can fortify us against them. NBC News, 19 June 2022 While more submarines are always a good idea, the Navy still needs a varied fleet above the waves to fortify itself against enemies in the world’s oceans. Kyle Mizokami, Popular Mechanics, 9 May 2022 One research study shows that 76% of hybrid workplaces surveyed are implementing password-free solutions such as biometric authentication in lieu of traditional passwords to fortify their security measures. Mara Garcia, Forbes, 3 Aug. 2022 The shooting already has led to calls to fortify schools further, on top of millions spent on equipment and other measures following earlier shootings. Collin Binkley And Kantele Franko, Anchorage Daily News, 27 May 2022 The shooting already has led to calls to fortify schools further, on top of millions spent on equipment and other measures following earlier shootings. Globe Staff, BostonGlobe.com, 27 May 2022 According to a news release, the event was held at Chevy Chase Country Club in Wheeling, the outing raised over $40,000 to help provide scholarships for Y programs to families in need and help fortify the Y’s future. Pioneer Press Staff, Chicago Tribune, 22 Aug. 2022 See More
Ben Bolch, Los Angeles Times, 17 Aug. 2022 Clearing the area around a structure from vegetation and other combustible material, for example, can help fortify it against fire. Richard Vanderford, WSJ, 2 Aug. 2022 But there are things that can fortify us against them. NBC News, 19 June 2022 While more submarines are always a good idea, the Navy still needs a varied fleet above the waves to fortify itself against enemies in the world’s oceans. Kyle Mizokami, Popular Mechanics, 9 May 2022 One research study shows that 76% of hybrid workplaces surveyed are implementing password-free solutions such as biometric authentication in lieu of traditional passwords to fortify their security measures. Mara Garcia, Forbes, 3 Aug. 2022 The shooting already has led to calls to fortify schools further, on top of millions spent on equipment and other measures following earlier shootings. Collin Binkley And Kantele Franko, Anchorage Daily News, 27 May 2022 The shooting already has led to calls to fortify schools further, on top of millions spent on equipment and other measures following earlier shootings. Globe Staff, BostonGlobe.com, 27 May 2022 According to a news release, the event was held at Chevy Chase Country Club in Wheeling, the outing raised over $40,000 to help provide scholarships for Y programs to families in need and help fortify the Y’s future. Pioneer Press Staff, Chicago Tribune, 22 Aug. 2022 See More Word History
Etymology
Middle English fortifien, from Anglo-French fortifier, from Late Latin fortificare, from Latin fortis strong
First Known Use
15th century, in the meaning defined at transitive sense
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