Defenses: meaning, definitions and examples

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defenses

[ dɪˈfɛnsɪz ]

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in sports

The action of defending from or resisting attack.

Synonyms

guard, protection, safeguard

Examples of usage

He put up a solid defense against the opponent's offensive plays.
The team's defense was the key to their victory.

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in law

The case presented by or on behalf of the party being accused or sued in a lawsuit.

Synonyms

argument, justification, plea

Examples of usage

The defense attorney presented a compelling argument in court.
The defendant's defense strategy was well-prepared.

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general

The ability to protect oneself from harm or danger.

Synonyms

protection, safeguard, security

Examples of usage

She learned self-defense techniques to feel safer in the city.
Having a strong immune system is an important defense against illnesses.

Translations

Translations of the word "defenses" in other languages:

🇵🇹 defesas

🇮🇳 रक्षाएँ

🇩🇪 Verteidigungen

🇮🇩 pertahanan

🇺🇦 оборона

🇵🇱 obrony

🇯🇵 防御

🇫🇷 défenses

🇪🇸 defensas

🇹🇷 savunmalar

🇰🇷 방어

🇸🇦 دفاعات

🇨🇿 obrany

🇸🇰 obrany

🇨🇳 防御

🇸🇮 obrambe

🇮🇸 varnir

🇰🇿 қорғаныс

🇬🇪 თავდაცვები

🇦🇿 müdafiələr

🇲🇽 defensas

Word origin

The word 'defenses' originated from Middle English 'defense', which came from Old French 'defens', ultimately derived from Latin 'defensus', past participle of 'defendere' meaning 'to defend'. The concept of defense has always been crucial in human history, from protecting territories in wars to defending oneself in legal matters.