defence force
Definition
- Noun:
- An organization of defenders that provides resistance against attack: A "defence force" is a structured group, typically military or paramilitary, whose primary purpose is to protect a nation, region, or entity from aggression or invasion.
Usage
- The term "defence force" is used to refer to the collective military organization responsible for a country's protection. It is often synonymous with "armed forces" or "military" in a defensive context.
Examples
- Noun:
- The country's defence force was placed on high alert.
- He decided to serve in the national defence force.
- A strong defence force is essential for national sovereignty.
Advanced Usage
- "to be a member of a defence force": to serve within such a military organization.
- She is a proud member of the coastal defence force.
Variants and Related Words
- Defense force (noun): The American English spelling variant of "defence force".
- Defence / Defense (noun): The act or capability of protecting against attack.
- Armed forces (noun): A common synonym encompassing all military services (army, navy, air force, etc.).
Synonyms
- Military: The armed forces of a nation.
- Armed services: The institutions and personnel of a country's military.
- Guard: A person or group that protects or defends.
Related Phrases
- Civil defence force: A civilian organization focused on emergency response and protection during disasters or attacks.
- The civil defence force assisted after the earthquake.
Noun
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an organization of defenders that provides resistance against attack
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he joined the defense against invasion
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