fortalice

/ˈfɔrtəlɪs/
noun
  1. A small fort or fortified structure, often used as an outpost.
    • The scouts manned the fortalice at the edge of the forest.
    • The ruins of an ancient fortalice still stand on the cliff.
    • A small fortalice guarded the mountain pass.
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