Associations to the word «Fastness»

Wiktionary

FASTNESS, noun. A secure or fortified place; a stronghold, a fortress
FASTNESS, noun. The state of being fast.
FASTNESS, noun. Firmness, security
FASTNESS, noun. Rapidity, swiftness
FASTNESS, noun. The ability of a dye to withstand fading

Dictionary definition

FASTNESS, noun. A rate (usually rapid) at which something happens; "the project advanced with gratifying speed".
FASTNESS, noun. The quality of being fixed in place as by some firm attachment.
FASTNESS, noun. A strongly fortified defensive structure.

Wise words

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