To create a fort, fortifications, a strong point, or a redoubt.
Any permanent army post.
An outlying trading-station, as in British North America.
A structure improvised from furniture, bedding, etc., for playing games.
A fortified defensive structure stationed with troops.
To furnish with a fortress or with fortresses; to guard, to fortify.
A fortified place; a large and permanent fortification, sometimes including a town; for example a fort, a castle; a stronghold; a place of defense or security.
A position that, if obtained by the weaker side, will prevent penetration by the opposing side, generally achieving a draw.