fort
/fɔːt/ · /fɔːrt/
CEFR level B2Topic HistoryWord #3626 in the learning path
堡垒；要塞
Definitions
n. A strong building or enclosed place built for military defence.
堡垒；要塞
Example
We climbed the hill to explore the old fort.
我们爬上山去探索那座古老的堡垒。
Restoring the coastal fort could attract tourists while preserving an important part of the region's military history.
修复这座海岸堡垒既能吸引游客，也能保留该地区重要的军事历史遗产。
Collocations
- build a fort
- coastal fort
- abandoned fort
Word family
- fortify (v.)
- fortification (n.)
Synonyms
- fortress
- stronghold
Usage tip
fort侧重军事防御；castle常兼作贵族住所。
FAQ
- What does fort mean?
- A strong building or enclosed place built for military defence.
- How is fort pronounced?
- UK /fɔːt/, US /fɔːrt/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
