Emily Dickinson Lexicon
Definition for FAST'NESS
FAST'NESS, a. [Sax. fæstenesse; from fast.]
- The state of being fast and firm; firm adherence.
- Strength; security. The places of fastness are laid open. Davies.
- A strong hold; a fortress or fort; a place fortified; a castle. The enemy retired to their fastnesses.
- Closeness; conciseness of style. [Not used.] Ascham.
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