fastnesses
US /ˈfæst.nəsɪz/
UK /ˈfɑːst.nəsɪz/
複数名詞
要塞, 砦
places that are difficult to reach or attack, often used for defense or refuge
例:
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The rebels retreated to their mountain fastnesses, making it hard for the army to pursue them.
反乱軍は山岳の要塞に撤退し、軍が追跡するのを困難にした。
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Ancient civilizations often built their cities in natural fastnesses for protection.
古代文明はしばしば、防御のために自然の要塞に都市を築いた。