Meaning of the word fort in English

What does fort mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

fort

US /fɔːrt/
UK /fɔːt/
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Noun

a fortified building or strategic position

Example:
The soldiers defended the fort against the enemy attack.
They built a small fort out of blankets in the living room.