defence

/di'fens/
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defence

The goalkeeper made a brilliant defence of the goal.

Definition
  1. Noun:
    • The action of defending from or resisting attack: "Defence" refers to the act of protecting someone or something against harm, danger, or attack.
    • Something that provides protection: "Defence" can also mean a structure, system, or measure used to guard against attack.
    • Justification or argument in support of something: In a non-physical context, "defence" means the act of speaking or writing in support of a person, idea, or action that is being criticized.
    • The case presented by or on behalf of the party being accused in a court of law: In legal contexts, "defence" refers to the arguments and evidence presented to counter the charges.
    • The team or players in a sport who try to prevent the opposing team from scoring: In sports, "defence" is the collective effort or the players responsible for stopping the opponent's attack.
    • An unconscious mental process to avoid anxiety: In psychology, a "defence mechanism" is a thought or behavior used to protect oneself from unpleasant feelings or realities.
Examples of Usage
  • Noun:
    • The city's defence against the invasion was heroic. (The act of protecting the city.)
    • The castle's thick walls were its main defence. (A protective structure.)
    • She spoke in defence of her colleague's controversial decision. (Justification or argument in support.)
    • The defence presented new evidence to the jury. (The legal case for the accused.)
    • Their team's defence is very strong this season. (The sporting team or its protective play.)
    • Repression is a common psychological defence. (An unconscious protective process.)
Advanced Usage
  • "In defence of": To protect or support someone or something.
    • He wrote an article in defence of free speech.
  • "The best defence is a good offence" (Idiom): Being proactive and attacking is the most effective way to protect yourself.
    • The general believed the best defence was a good offence and ordered an immediate attack.
  • "To come to someone's defence": To support or defend someone who is being criticized or attacked.
    • When he was unfairly blamed, several colleagues came to his defence.
Variants and Related Words
  • Defend (verb): To protect from harm or danger.
    • Soldiers defend their country.
  • Defensive (adjective): Used or intended to defend or protect; sensitive to criticism.
    • The army took a defensive position.
    • He became very defensive when asked about the mistake.
  • Defenceless (adjective): Without protection; vulnerable.
    • The defenceless civilians sought shelter.
Synonyms
  • Protection: The act of keeping someone or something safe from harm.
  • Guard: To watch over and protect.
  • Justification: The action of showing something to be right or reasonable.
  • Vindication: The action of clearing someone of blame or suspicion.
Related Phrasal Verbs
  • Defend against: To protect from a specific threat.
    • Vaccines help defend against serious diseases.
  • Stand up for: To defend or support a person or idea.
    • You must stand up for your beliefs.
Related Idioms
  • On the defensive: In a state or position of defending against criticism or attack.
    • The scandal put the company permanently on the defensive.
  • A tower of strength/defence: A person who can be relied upon for strong support or protection.
    • During the crisis, she was a tower of defence for her family.
defence

The goalkeeper made a brilliant defence of the goal.

Noun
  1. the act of defending someone or something against attack or injury
    • a good boxer needs a good defense
    • defense against hurricanes is an urgent problem
  2. protection from harm
    • sanitation is the best defense against disease
  3. (military) military action or resources protecting a country against potential enemies
    • they died in the defense of Stalingrad
    • they were developed for the defense program
  4. a defendant's answer or plea denying the truth of the charges against him
    • he gave evidence for the defense
  5. a structure used to defend against attack
    • the artillery battered down the defenses
  6. the justification for some act or belief
    • he offered a persuasive defense of the theory
  7. the speech act of answering an attack on your assertions
    • his refutation of the charges was short and persuasive
    • in defense he said the other man started it
  8. an organization of defenders that provides resistance against attack
    • he joined the defense against invasion
  9. the defendant and his legal advisors collectively
    • the defense called for a mistrial
  10. (sports) the team that is trying to prevent the other team from scoring
    • his teams are always good on defense
  11. (psychiatry) an unconscious process that tries to reduce the anxiety associated with instinctive desires

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