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to fortify
01
fortificar, reforçar
to secure a place and make it resistant against attacks, particularly by building walls around it
Transitive: to fortify a place
Exemplos
The army began to fortify their position by constructing additional barriers and trenches.
O exército começou a fortificar sua posição construindo barreiras e trincheiras adicionais.
1.1
fortalecer, reforçar
to make someone or something stronger or more powerful
Transitive: to fortify sth
Exemplos
A balanced diet with vitamins and minerals can fortify your immune system.
Uma dieta equilibrada com vitaminas e minerais pode fortalecer o seu sistema imunológico.
1.2
fortalecer, reforçar
to strengthen the defenses of an army, group, or position
Transitive: to fortify military forces
Exemplos
The country fortified its military forces in anticipation of a potential invasion.
O país fortaleceu suas forças militares em antecipação a uma potencial invasão.
02
fortificar, enriquecer
to add spirits, such as brandy, to wine to increase its alcohol content and create port or sherry
Transitive: to fortify an alcoholic drink
Exemplos
The winery specializes in fortifying wines to produce high-quality ports.
A vinícola especializa-se em fortificar vinhos para produzir vinhos do Porto de alta qualidade.
2.1
enriquecer, fortificar
to add vitamins, minerals, or other nutrients to food or beverages to increase their nutritional content
Transitive: to fortify food or drinks
Exemplos
The company fortifies its snacks with extra protein to appeal to health-conscious consumers.
A empresa fortalece seus lanches com proteína extra para atrair consumidores conscientes da saúde.
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