fortress
Pronunciation: [ˈfɔːrtrəs]
Word
Context: “structures”
(noun) a fortress is a strong building designed to defend against attacks. It's like a super strong castle where people can protect themselves from enemies.
Example
The fortress stood tall on the hill, protecting the village below.
Example
The old fortress could not keep everyone safe during the war.
Example
What features make a fortress different from a regular building?
Context: “metaphor”
(noun) a fortress can also mean a place that feels very safe and secure, like how we feel at home or with family. It’s a safe space for our feelings and thoughts.
Example
Her family home felt like a fortress where she could express herself freely.
Example
Without friends and support, his heart seemed like a fortress with no one to enter.
Example
What places do you think of as emotional fortresses?
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