fort fort /ˈfɔrt/

noun

1. () (military) a fortified military post where troops are stationed  ( fort , garrison )
   (military) a fortified military post where troops are stationed
   
   
2. () A fortified defensive structure  ( fort , fortress )
   a fortified defensive structure
    The ancient fortress stood tall, overlooking the city.
   The ancient fortress stood tall, overlooking the city.
   
   

verb

1. Station (troops) in a fort  ( fort )
   station (troops) in a fort
   
2. Enclose by or as if by a fortification  ( fort , fortify )
   enclose by or as if by a fortification
   
3. Gather in, or as if in, a fort, as for protection or defense  ( fort , fort up )
   gather in, or as if in, a fort, as for protection or defense