Fortify

verb

/ˈfɔːtɪfaɪ/

Word Frequency: 0.6

Definitions

1.verbTo increase the defenses of; to strengthen and secure by military works; to render defensible against an attack by hostile forces.

2.verbTo impart strength or vigor to.

3.verbTo add spirits to wine to increase the alcohol content.

"Sherry is made by fortifying wine."

4.verbTo increase the nutritional value of food by adding ingredients.

"Soy milk is often fortified with calcium."

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