fastnesses
US /ˈfæst.nəsɪz/
UK /ˈfɑːst.nəsɪz/
複數名詞
要塞, 堡壘
places that are difficult to reach or attack, often used for defense or refuge
範例:
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The rebels retreated to their mountain fastnesses, making it hard for the army to pursue them.
叛軍撤退到他們的山區要塞，使軍隊難以追擊。
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Ancient civilizations often built their cities in natural fastnesses for protection.
古代文明常將城市建在天然要塞中以求保護。