[ˈfɔːtɪfʌɪ], (Verb)

Definitions:
- provide (a place) with defensive works as protection against attack
(e.g: the enclave has been heavily fortified in recent years)

- add spirits to (wine) to make port, sherry, or a similar drink
(e.g: the wine is aged in oak barrels and fortified with French brandy)


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Origin:
late Middle English: from French fortifier, from late Latin fortificare, from Latin fortis ‘strong’