De vesting
Example: De vesting beschermde vroeger de stad tegen vijanden.
Definition
"De vesting" refers to a fortified place or stronghold, typically a town or city protected by walls, ramparts, or other defensive structures. Historically, "de vesting" served to defend inhabitants from enemy attacks and invasions.
Etymology
The word "de vesting" comes from the Dutch verb 'vestigen,' meaning 'to establish' or 'to secure.' This reflects the idea of establishing a secure place. The term evolved to denote a fortified settlement, underscoring its defensive purpose in history.
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"De vesting" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - History - (A1) - set 1", containing 104 commonly used words.
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