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bastion

bas·tion [ báschən, bástee ən ] (plural bas·tions)


noun 
Definition:
 
1. strong supporter: somebody or something regarded as providing strong defense or support, especially for a belief or cause, or a place where there are such people
The northeastern part of the state is a liberal bastion.

2. fortification: a fortified place

3. projecting part: a projecting part of a wall, rampart, or other fortification

[Mid-16th century. Via French< Italian bastione< bastire "build"]
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