defense
460
1.4
- noun
- /dɪˈfɛns/
- US
:
defensa
- She works in cybersecurity, focusing on the defense of sensitive data from hackers.
- self-defense
- line of defense
- defense system
They're the antibodies that provide our defence when we get ill.
- They're the antibodies that provide our defence when we get ill.
- Totally surprised that animal had no defense, no defense.
- These turn off our bodies defences through a pathway called mtor.
- And he's doing it with the American defence umbrella and a fading away.
- Your frontline of defense right here is your neutrophils.
- Now let's talk about the line of defense past the collar and the tag.
- NATO allies are sending Ukraine anti tank weapons, air defence, missiles and ammunition.
- Still, the French and Serbian troops bravely mounted defenses throughout October.
- And so I hope the Taiwanese take their defense seriously.
Examples
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One, what can we do to support Ukraine in defense against aggression?
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Your frontline of defense right here is your neutrophils.
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I know we need to cut the defense budget, but not here.
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"To die with honor in defense of duty is a proud way to die."
Fiction book (1992) -
But his captain was quick to jump to his defense.
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We spend $250 billion a year on defense.
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Any place within it was a stronghold in the defense of the place as a whole.
Academic text (2008) -
School librarians are the front lines of defense for keeping materials in our libraries.
Academic text (2015) -
NATO allies are sending Ukraine anti tank weapons, air defence, missiles and ammunition.
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The defense is crucial for protecting our country against external threats.
Synonyms
∞
2.5
Things or people that keep homes and buildings safe from crime and danger
974
1.0
Keeping people or things safe from harm
180
1.0
A thing that keeps you safe from danger
61
4.0
A way to protect someone or something from harm
44
3.9
Weapons and other equipment used to protect a country or area from attack
23
3.4
A group or system that protects people from danger and loss
10
3.8
A group of soldiers and other people trained to protect a country from attack
2
4.4
An action or tool that protects a country from attack
Antonyms
Compounds
- Formal
181
4.6
The person in the United States government who is in charge of the military and advises the President
96
3.4
A part of the United States government that protects the country and manages the military
- Formal
66
3.5
A United States government office that protects national security and manages the armed forces
- Specialized
44
3.9
Weapons and other equipment used to protect a country or area from attack
- Specialized
30
4.2
Systems and weapons that protect a place from enemy aircraft or missiles
- Specialized
26
5.1
A company that makes weapons, equipment, or provides services for a country's military
- Specialized
15
4.6
A set of weapons and radar that find and stop enemy missiles before they hit
10
3.8
A group of soldiers and other people trained to protect a country from attack
- Specialized
10
5.3
A mental way a person uses without thinking to reduce strong anxious feelings
- Specialized
4
4.1
A physical trait or behavior that helps animals and plants avoid harm
3
3.8
The army, navy, and air force of Israel working together to protect the country
1
3.9
A United States government department that protects the country's security and runs the armed forces
- Specialized
1
4.4
Actions and equipment used to protect people and deal with attacks or accidents involving dangerous chemicals
A U.S. government group that builds new tools and systems for the military
1
3.9
A part of the United States government that gives military information to help plan operations and buy weapons
- Specialized
1
6.1
A way of protecting an area from enemy planes or missiles using weapons and electronic systems to stop them
- Formal
1
9.9
A legal argument that someone was only following orders and not responsible for war crimes
1
3.5
The ability to protect yourself from physical harm using simple fighting moves
- Specialized
A missile system on a ship that defends it from close incoming missiles or planes
- Specialized
Actions to protect people and places from harmful bacteria, viruses and toxins
- Specialized
Actions and plans to protect people and places from attacks using harmful germs
- Specialized
Actions and plans to protect people from attacks using germs that cause disease
- Literature
A legal argument that tries to confuse people by giving silly points not related to the case
A part of the U.S. military that runs and protects computer and communication systems for top leaders
- Formal
A United States agency that provides and moves supplies for the armed forces and other government groups worldwide
- Specialized
A program that protects computers and networks from harmful software
- Specialized
A mental process done without thinking that reduces worry about uncomfortable feelings
A U.S. Department of Defense center that collects and shares scientific and technical reports with government agencies and contractors
- Specialized
A set of carefully planned military actions using strong positions and clear communications before fighting the enemy
- Specialized
A plan a company uses to stop another company from taking control
A part of the U.S. Department of Defense that develops and coordinates systems to stop long-range missiles
- Specialized
A quick setup of troops and barriers to hold ground when time is short
- Specialized
Steps that protect people and buildings from enemy air attack without fighting back
A former illegal armed group in Colombia that used violence and sold drugs
An illegal armed group in Colombia formed in 1997 that fought and sold drugs
A right-wing armed group in Colombia that deals in drugs and uses violence
How Protective
Surface Forms
Etymology
Defense comes from de- meaning 'away' and fend meaning 'to push or strike', as in the phrase 'fend off'. So a defense is about pushing danger away, which is why it protects someone or something from attack or harm.