# fortresses

Pronunciation: US say "FOR-tris-iz" /ˈfoɹ.tɹɪs.ɪz/; UK say "FAW-truhs-iz" /ˈfɔː.tɹəs.ɪz/

## Noun

1. Plural of fortress. — plural of fortress
   - Simple: Plural of fortress. Use it for more than one strong place built to keep people safe.
   - _Medieval rulers built fortresses at river crossings to control trade and troop movements._
   - _Wealthy families turned their homes into fortresses, with high walls and cameras at every gate._

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