Meaning of the word reinforce in English

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reinforce

US /ˌriː.ɪnˈfɔːrs/
UK /ˌriː.ɪnˈfɔːrs/
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Verb

1.

strengthen or support (an object or substance), especially with additional material

Example:
The builders will reinforce the concrete with steel bars.
We need to reinforce the weak points in the structure.
2.

strengthen (a military force) with additional troops or equipment

Example:
The general decided to reinforce the front lines with fresh troops.
Air support was called in to reinforce the ground troops.
3.

strengthen (an existing feeling, idea, or habit)

Example:
The positive feedback helped to reinforce her confidence.
His speech served to reinforce the party's core values.
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