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Bastion

/bˈæstʃən/
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(noun) A projecting part of a rampart or other fortification.

The bastion was a strong fortress.
The bastion protected the city from invaders.
CEFR Practice Quiz
The old fort was the final ____ of defense against the invading army.

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