stronghold /ˈstrɑːŋˌhoʊld/ noun plural strongholds
plural strongholds
Learner's definition of STRONGHOLD
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1
: an area where most people have the same beliefs, values, etc. : an area dominated by a particular group据点;有广泛支持的地方 2
: a protected place where the members of a military group stay and can defend themselves against attacks堡垒;据点 3
: an area where a particular type of uncommon animal can still be found(某种稀有动物的)栖居地