bastion
9 points
English
7 letters
Uncommon
Commonness #28,818
Valid in: US and UK dictionaries
Definitions
noun
a group that defends a principle
Definition: WordNet 3.1, Princeton University.
Pronunciation
/bˈæstʃʌn/ · 2 syllables · CMUdict (BSD-3-Clause)
Word forms
plural bastions
Forms from WordNet 3.1 morphology — every form attested in the dictionary.
Synonyms
a stronghold into which people could go for shelter during a battle
Synonyms grouped by meaning — WordNet 3.1 (Princeton University).
Rhymes
More rhymes → · rhymes from CMUdict (BSD-3-Clause)