fortress
US /ˈfɔːr.trəs/
UK /ˈfɔːr.trəs/
1.
fortaleza, fortín
a military stronghold, especially a strongly fortified town fit for a large garrison
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The ancient fortress stood proudly on the hill, guarding the city below.
La antigua fortaleza se alzaba orgullosamente en la colina, custodiando la ciudad de abajo.
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The rebels retreated to their mountain fortress.
Los rebeldes se retiraron a su fortaleza en la montaña.
2.
fortaleza, baluarte
a place that is protected against attack
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His home was his personal fortress, a sanctuary from the outside world.
Su hogar era su fortaleza personal, un santuario del mundo exterior.
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The company built a financial fortress to withstand economic downturns.
La empresa construyó una fortaleza financiera para resistir las recesiones económicas.