Definition & Meaning of "fort"

Fort

a strong building or area where soldiers stay to defend against enemies

a building or group of buildings used by troops to protect an area

to fort

station (troops) in a fort

enclose by or as if by a fortification

gather in, or as if in, a fort, as for protection or defense

Example

The soldiers will hold the fort against any enemy incursions.

He held the fort while his colleagues were on vacation.

She is holding the fort until the new manager arrives.

I'll hold the fort while you go to lunch.

If we leave the store, who will hold the fort?

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