fortress
fortress
defensive structure
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fortress with Russian translation
fortress usage examples
Подъём к крепости открыл нам отличный вид на побережье.
Climbing up to the fortress gave us a great view of the coastline.
Музей рядом с крепостью демонстрирует оружие, использовавшееся в прошлых войнах.
The museum near the fortress shows weapons used in past wars.
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fortress belongs to the topic "Sightseeing and Landmarks". Start with a short 7-word set so the word is easier to remember in context.
fortress synonyms
What's the difference between fortress / stronghold / castle / citadel / bastion / redoubt
a large, strongly defended building or complex used to protect an area
The medieval fortress dominated the surrounding countryside.
Средневековая крепость доминировала над окрестностями.
a well-defended place or center of power; often used figuratively (e.g., a political stronghold)
The mountain town served as a stronghold for the rebels.
Горный город служил оплотом для повстанцев.
a fortified residence for nobility; often domestic and symbolic as well as defensive
The castle was surrounded by a deep moat and high walls.
Замок был окружён глубоким рвом и высокими стенами.
a strong, often central fortress protecting a town or fortress complex; commanding position
The citadel overlooked the city and housed the governor's troops.
Цитадель возвышалась над городом и размещала войска губернатора.
a projecting part of a fortification for defensive fire; also used figuratively for a strong supporter or defense
The soldiers manned the bastion to cover the approach.
Солдаты заняли бастион, чтобы прикрыть подход.
a small, often temporary enclosed defensive work, frequently earthworks
The infantry retreated to a nearby redoubt to regroup.
Пехота отступила в соседний редут, чтобы перегруппироваться.
the main fortified tower or stronghold of a castle, often the last refuge in defense
The lord and his family withdrew to the keep when the walls were breached.
Господин и его семья укрылись в донжоне, когда стены были пробиты.
a small, remote military post positioned forward of the main force for observation or early warning
They established an outpost on the ridge to monitor enemy movements.
Они устроили форпост на гребне, чтобы следить за движениями противника.
a broad defensive wall or embankment forming part of a fortification, often earthworks
The ramparts were thick with earth and reinforced with timber.
Валы были мощными, насыпанными землёй и укреплёнными бревнами.
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How to pronounce fortress and what this word means
fortress translation: крепость. This page includes translation, pronunciation, transcription, audio, usage examples and related words.
how to pronounce fortress
/ˈfɔː.trəs/
fortress translation
крепость
fortress examples
Climbing up to the fortress gave us a great view of the coastline.
fortress transcription
/ˈfɔː.trəs/, /ˈfɔrtrəs/
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Questions about this word
fortress meaning: what does it mean?
defensive structure
fortress pronunciation: how do you pronounce it?
fortress is pronounced as /ˈfɔː.trəs/. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.
fortress definition and sentence examples: how is it used in a sentence?
Climbing up to the fortress gave us a great view of the coastline. Translation: Подъём к крепости открыл нам отличный вид на побережье.
Is fortress part of Sightseeing and Landmarks vocabulary?
Yes, fortress (крепость) can be learned in the Sightseeing and Landmarks topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
Is fortress part of Travel and Leisure vocabulary?
Yes, fortress (крепость) can be learned in the Travel and Leisure topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
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