No. 3,179 in Dutch
fort
A "fort" is a fortified structure or stronghold.
In a sentence
Het oude fort staat nog steeds aan de rand van de stad.
The old fort still stands at the edge of the city.
In this example, 'fort' refers to a stronghold or fortress, which is its primary and literal meaning.
Hij verdedigde zijn standpunt alsof hij een fort beschermde.
He defended his point of view as if he were guarding a fort.
Here, 'fort' is used metaphorically to represent a strongly held position or belief.
De kinderen bouwden een fort van dekens in de woonkamer.
The children built a fort out of blankets in the living room.
In this sentence, 'fort' refers to a play structure created by children, showcasing its colloquial usage.
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