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A Fort

Description:

A fort refers to a protected structure or building designed to defend against enemy attacks or provide shelter during conflicts. Typically fortified with defensive walls, ramparts, and sometimes moats, forts have played a crucial role in warfare throughout history.

Sample Sentences:

As a noun:

1. The soldiers defended the fort against the enemy's siege.
2. We visited an ancient fort and learned about its rich history.
3. The fort was strategically built on top of a hill for better defensive positioning.

As a verb:

1. The general ordered his troops to fort the area using sandbags.

As an adjective:

1. The fort walls stood tall and impenetrable, providing safety for the inhabitants.
2. Tourists were amazed by the fort architecture, admiring its intricate details.
3. The fort gate was adorned with beautiful carvings.

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