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Noun stronghold has 1 sense
  1. stronghold, fastness - a strongly fortified defensive structure
    --1 is a kind of defensive structure, defense, defence
    --1 has particulars:
     bastion, citadel; blockhouse; hold; keep, donjon, dungeon; redoubt, sconce

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Stronghold

Definition:

A stronghold refers to a heavily fortified place or an area that provides strong resistance against attack. It can also denote a place or organization with a dominant influence or control over a particular area or field.

Examples:

Noun - Defensive Structure:

  1. The ancient castle served as a stronghold during times of war.
  2. The rebels were unable to conquer the enemy's stronghold.
  3. The fortress was regarded as an impenetrable stronghold.

Noun - Dominant Influence:

  1. The technology company established a stronghold in the market.
  2. The political party had a stronghold in the urban areas.
  3. The artist's unique style gave her a stronghold in the art world.

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