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    Forteresse (en. Fortress)

    [fɔ.tɛ.ʁɛs]

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A large fortified building serving as a refuge or defense.
    The fortress of Carcassonne is well known for its medieval architecture.
    La forteresse de Carcassonne est bien connue pour son architecture médiévale.
    The entirety of constructions designed to protect a territory.
    Fortresses are often located in strategic positions.
    Les forteresses sont souvent situées à des endroits stratégiques.
    A safe place, symbolizing security and defense.
    Her house is a real fortress for her.
    Sa maison est pour elle une véritable forteresse.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'fortalitia', meaning 'solidity, strength'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to be in one’s fortress
    To be in a safe, protected place.
    être dans sa forteresse
    impregnable fortress
    A fortress that cannot be taken, heavily defended.
    forteresse imprenable
    to retreat like a fortress
    To defend oneself vigorously.
    se retrancher comme une forteresse

    Related Words

    fortification
    Built to reinforce the defense of a place.
    fortification
    bastion
    Advanced defensive building, military refuge.
    bastion
    citadel
    Tall fortification in a city, usually central.
    citadelle

    Slang Meanings

    A place where one feels safe.
    At her place, it’s her fortress, where no one can reach her.
    Chez elle, c'est sa forteresse, où personne ne peut l'atteindre.
    A location where one concentrates their strength.
    He created his fortress in his garage, with all his tools.
    Il a créé sa forteresse dans son garage, avec tous ses outils.