bastion
US /ˈbæs.ti.ən/
UK /ˈbæs.ti.ən/
1.
benteng, kubu
a projecting part of a fortification built at an angle to the line of a wall, so as to allow defensive fire in several directions
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The ancient castle had several formidable bastions protecting its walls.
Kastil kuno itu memiliki beberapa benteng yang tangguh melindungi dindingnya.
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The engineers designed a new bastion to enhance the city's defenses.
Para insinyur merancang benteng baru untuk meningkatkan pertahanan kota.
2.
benteng, kubu, pusat
an institution, place, or person strongly defending or upholding particular principles, attitudes, or activities
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The university has long been a bastion of academic freedom.
Universitas itu telah lama menjadi benteng kebebasan akademik.
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This small town remains a bastion of traditional values.
Kota kecil ini tetap menjadi benteng nilai-nilai tradisional.