Fortificaciones (en. Fortifications)

/fortifikaˈθjones/

Meaning & Definition

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noun

Structures that allow the defense of a military position.

The city’s fortifications were impenetrable.

Las fortificaciones de la ciudad eran impenetrables.

Barriers built to protect against attacks.

Fortifications were built along the entire border.

Se levantaron fortificaciones a lo largo de toda la frontera.

Buildings or walls intended for defense.

Ancient fortifications can still be seen in the ruins.

Las fortificaciones antiguas aún se pueden ver en las ruinas.

From Latin 'fortificatio', which means 'the action of fortifying'.

to fall into fortifications

To be trapped in a safe place.

caer en fortificaciones

strategic fortifications

Structures designed with a specific military purpose.

fortificaciones estratégicas

extend fortifications

To increase the protection of an area.

extender fortificaciones

to fortify

To increase the strength or security of a place.

fortificar

fortress

A strong building or structure, typically built for defense.

fortaleza

bulwark

Tower or part of a fortification that protrudes.

baluarte

Improvised defenses in a place.

They made some fortifications with cardboard at the festival.

Hicieron unas fortificaciones con cartones en el festival.

Psychological protections that someone creates.

Build emotional fortifications to avoid getting hurt.

Construye fortificaciones emocionales para no salir herido.