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reinforcement

nounmasculinegeneral usecommon/ʁɨˈfoɾsu/re·for·ço

Definition

1

The action or process of strengthening or supporting something.

Usage examples

The bridge needs structural reinforcement.
He received positive reinforcement for his good behavior.

Common combinations

positive reinforcementstructural reinforcementtroop reinforcementsteel reinforcement