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BASTION

(noun, verb)
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There are 4 meanings of the word Bastion.

How to pronounce bastion:

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Bastion - as a noun

A group that defends a principle

Example: "A bastion against corruption"

A stronghold into which people could go for shelter during a battle

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
citadel10
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
fastness11stronghold15
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Projecting part of a rampart or other fortification

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
fortification21munition10
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Bastion - as a verb

To furnish with a bastion.

Example Sentences

"The castle stood as a bastion against enemy attacks."
"The old lighthouse serves as a bastion of maritime history."
"The professor's research became a bastion of knowledge in the field."
"The organization aims to be a bastion of environmental conservation."
"The coastal town became a bastion for artists and writers."
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Word Game Points

Is BASTION a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, bastion is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

BASTION has a SCRABBLE points total of 9.

Is BASTION a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, bastion is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
BASTION has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 11.

Is BASTION a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, bastion is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
BASTION has a WORDFEUD points total of 10.

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