AFFORCEMENT

Etymology

Noun

afforcement (plural afforcements)

(obsolete) A fortress; a fortification for defence.

(obsolete) A reinforcement; a strengthening.

Source: Wiktionary


Af*force"ment, n. Etym: [OF.]

1. A fortress; a fortification for defense. [Obs.] Bailey.

2. A reënforcement; a strengthening. Hallam.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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