defensive

/di'fensiv/
Adjective
  1. attempting to justify or defend in speech or writing
  2. intended or appropriate for defending against or deterring aggression or attack
    • defensive weapons
    • a defensive stance
Noun
  1. an attitude of defensiveness (especially in the phrase `on the defensive')

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defensive
The player takes a defensive stance on the basketball court.