reinforcement

US /ˌriɪnˈfɔrsmənt, -ˈfors-/

UK /ˌri:ɪn'fɔ:smənt/

B2

noun

  • Act of strengthening or supporting an army
  • Act of strengthening or adding support to

other

  • The action or process of reinforcing or strengthening.
  • The act of making something stronger, often by adding extra material or support.
  • In psychology, a stimulus or event that strengthens or increases the probability of a specific response.
  • Materials used to strengthen a structure, such as steel bars in concrete.
  • Something that strengthens or confirms a feeling, idea, or habit.

other

  • Additional troops or equipment sent to support a military operation.