Associations to the word «Fortress»

Wiktionary

FORTRESS, noun. A fortified place; a large and permanent fortification, sometimes including a town; a fort; a castle; a stronghold; a place of defense or security.
FORTRESS, noun. (chess) A position that, if obtained by the weaker side, will prevent penetration by the opposing side, generally achieving a draw.
FORTRESS, verb. To furnish with a fortress or with fortresses; to guard; to fortify.

Dictionary definition

FORTRESS, noun. A fortified defensive structure.

Wise words

Since a politician never believes what he says, he is quite surprised to be taken at his word.
Charles de Gaulle