fort
n. countable B1 Intermediate US //ˈfɔɹt// UK //fˈɔːt// fort
n. a strong building or a group of buildings designed to protect people from an enemy. It is usually surrounded by walls or fences to keep attackers out.
n. a fortified building or strategic position designed for military defense. Often historical in modern contexts, though the term persists in military nomenclature for permanent installations.
The soldiers stayed inside the fort to stay safe.
The old stone fort on the hill now serves as a museum for tourists visiting the coast.
Strategically positioned at the mouth of the harbor, the fort provided a clear line of sight for the artillery to defend against any approaching naval fleet.
Usage
Often used in place names (e.g., Fort Knox, Fort Bragg) to denote military origins.