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fortress meaning in Tamil

கோட்டை kōṭṭai

UK/ˈfɔː.tɹəs//ˈfoɹ.tɹɪs/

fortress in Tamil: கோட்டை (kōṭṭai). In English, fortress means 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.

Tamil words for fortress

fortified place
கோட்டை kōṭṭai

English meaning of fortress

  1. noun 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.
  2. noun A position that, if obtained by the weaker side, will prevent penetration by the opposing side, generally achieving a draw.
  3. verb To furnish with a fortress or with fortresses; to guard, to fortify.

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Questions about fortress in Tamil

What is the meaning of fortress in Tamil?
Fortress in Tamil is கோட்டை (kōṭṭai).
fortress என்பதன் தமிழ் அர்த்தம் என்ன?
Fortress: கோட்டை (kōṭṭai).
What does fortress mean in English?
Fortress means 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.

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