how to pronounce fortification

/ˌfɔːɹtəfəˈkɛɪʃən/

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fortification is pronounced in five syllables

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meanings of fortification

noun:

That which fortifies; especially, a work or works erected to defend a place against attack; a fortified place; a fortress; a fort; a castle.
A jagged pattern sometimes seen during an attack of migraine.
The act of fortifying; the art or science of fortifying places to strengthen defence against an enemy.
An increase in effectiveness, as by adding ingredients.

fortification frequency in english - C2+ level of CEFR

the word fortification occurs in english on average 0.6 times per one million words; this frequency warrants it to be in the study list for C2+ level of language mastery according to CEFR, the Common European Framework of Reference.