Αναζήτηση
to fortify
01
οχυρώνω, εξοπλίζω
to secure a place and make it resistant against attacks, particularly by building walls around it
Transitive: to fortify a place
Example
The city decided to fortify its borders with a tall, robust wall to deter potential invaders.
The ancient city walls were built to fortify the settlement against invading armies.
The army began to fortify their position by constructing additional barriers and trenches.
1.1
ενισχύω, θωρακίζω
to make someone or something stronger or more powerful
Transitive: to fortify sth
Example
Drinking milk regularly can fortify your bones with essential nutrients.
The city decided to fortify its defenses against potential natural disasters.
The cybersecurity team worked to fortify the company's network against cyber threats.
1.2
ενισχύω, θωρακίζω
to strengthen the defenses of an army, group, or position
Transitive: to fortify military forces
Example
They fortified the soldiers with additional supplies before the battle.
The troops were fortified with new armor to prepare for the upcoming conflict.
The country fortified its military forces in anticipation of a potential invasion.
02
ενισχύω, Fortify (έχω ισχυροποιήσει)
to add spirits, such as brandy, to wine to increase its alcohol content and create port or sherry
Transitive: to fortify an alcoholic drink
Example
The winemaker decided to fortify the wine with brandy to create a richer flavor.
They fortify the sherry by adding extra alcohol during the fermentation process.
The port was fortified with brandy to enhance its smooth, robust taste.
2.1
ενισχύω, ενισχύω διατροφικώς
to add vitamins, minerals, or other nutrients to food or beverages to increase their nutritional content
Transitive: to fortify food or drinks
Example
Many breakfast cereals are fortified with extra iron and vitamins to improve nutrition.
The milk is fortified with vitamin D to help support bone health.
They fortify the orange juice with calcium to make it a more nutritious option.
word family
fort
Noun
fortify
Verb
fortified
Adjective
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