fortress
BrE /ˈfɔːtɪs/ AmE /ˈfɔːrtəs/
noun en → es
a large, strong building or group of buildings that is difficult to attack and capture; a military stronghold.
fortaleza, castillo
- a fortress
Collocations medieval fortress · castle fortress
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The fortress was built to protect the city.
La fortaleza fue construida para proteger la ciudad.
a place or organization that is difficult for other people to attack, influence, or control.
refugio, bastión
- a fortress of something
Collocations fortress of solitude · intellectual fortress
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The company has become a fortress against competition.
La empresa se ha convertido en un refugio contra la competencia.