verb [VN]
1 to make a feeling, an idea, etc. stronger:
The experience reinforced my sense of loss. * Such jokes tend to reinforce racial stereotypes. * The climate of political confusion has only reinforced the country's economic decline. * Success in the talks will reinforce his reputation as an international statesman.
2 to make a structure or material stronger, especially by adding another material to it:
All buildings are now reinforced to withstand earthquakes. * reinforced plastic / steel
3 to send more people or equipment in order to make an army, etc. stronger:
The UN has undertaken to reinforce its military presence along the borders.
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Sourced from Main Dictionary in Lughet's collection.
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