Meaning of the word garrisons in English

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garrisons

US /ˈɡærɪsənz/
UK /ˈɡærɪsənz/

Plural Noun

the troops stationed in a fortress or town to defend it

Example:
The city's defenses were strengthened with additional garrisons.
Historically, many castles housed large garrisons.
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