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Fortification Crossword Clue

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noun

• an embankment built around a space for defensive purposes

• a fencelike structure around a deck

• a protective structure of stone or concrete; extends from shore into the water to prevent a beach from washing away

verb

• defend with a bulwark

96%7Exact Match!
noun

• an embankment built around a space for defensive purposes

95%10Exact Match!
noun

• fortification consisting of a low wall

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Source #Number Answer
New York Times23 Jan 2021 Down 38
The Guardian Speedy22 Nov 2009 Down 14
The Guardian Quick21 Nov 2008 Down 15
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