Both Uses of
fortify
in
The Magic Mountain
- That might have been malice or hot air; but nevertheless he did not feel particularly fortified by the thought of Director Behrens.†
Chpt 4.9 *fortified = to make stronger
- I could drink a sip of port to that—just to fortify myself a little.†
Chpt 6.7
Definition:
to make stronger
in various senses, including:
- to add defensive fortifications to a site to withstand attack -- as in "fortify the camp"
- to make a structure or organization stronger -- as in "fortify the wall"
- to inspire emotional and mental strength -- as in "fortify her spirits"
- to strengthen an argument -- as in "fortify our argument"
- to add nutrients to increase the healthfulness -- as in "bread fortified with folic acid and iron"
- to add alcohol to make a drink stronger and/or less prone to spoiling -- as in "port, sherry, madeira, and other fortified wines"