defense US
ˈdiːfɛns
See also: defence (UK)
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Definition of defense - Reverso English Dictionary

Noun

1.
protectionUSprotection against attack or harmUS
  • The castle's defense was nearly impenetrable..
protection safeguard shield
2.
sportsUSstrategy to prevent scoring in sportsUS
  • Their defense was unbeatable in the final match.
guard protection
3.
militaryTECH.USgovernment policy related to militaryTECH.US
  • The country's defense budget increased this year.
defense policy
4.
justificationUSargument supporting or justifying somethingUS
  • Her defense of the policy was convincing.
excuse justification vindication
5.
legalTECH.UScase presented by defendant in courtTECH.US
  • The defense argued for a lighter sentence.
argument justification
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Expressions with defense

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excuse for wrongful acts by following orders
He used the Nuremberg defense to justify his actions.
support or protect someone being criticized
She came to his defense during the meeting.
acting first can protect you better than waiting
In court, their best defense is attack.
quickly support or defend someone
She always jumps to her friend's defense during arguments.
methods used to protect oneself from physical attack
Martial arts are popular forms of self-defense.
method or way to protect against attacks
The castle's walls served as a primary line of defense against invaders..

Origin of defense

Latin, defendere (to ward off)

Terms with defense included in their meaning

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architecture
large fortified building for defense and residence
defense
defensive structure surrounding a place
shape
pointed, curved projection used for defense or display
defense
related to the armed forces or soldiers
defense
defended against potential threats or attacks
defense
armor carried on the arm to intercept blows
self-defense
defend oneself against an attack
defense
repulse or repel an unwanted force

Examples of defense in a sentence

  • A good defense is crucial in a legal battle.
  • The team's defense was solid throughout the season.
  • His defense strategy focused on blocking every shot.
  • The defense strategy was revised after the meeting.
  • International relations impact the nation's defense policies.
  • The lawyer's defense of her client was passionate.

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  1. French:défense, politique de défense, ...
  2. German:Verteidigung, Militärpolitik, ...
  3. Italian:protezione, strategia difensiva, ...
  4. Spanish:defensa, estrategia defensiva, ...
  5. Portuguese:defesa, justificação, ...
  6. Chinese:防御, 防守, ...
  7. Japanese:防御, ディフェンス, ...
  8. Arabic:دِفَاع, تبرير, ...
  9. Hebrew:הֲגָנָה, בִּטָּחוֹן, ...
  10. Russian:оборона, оборонительная стратегия, ...
  11. Ukrainian:захист, ...
  12. Hindi:रक्षा, डिफेंस, ...

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