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Defense Definition

noun

A means or method of defending or protecting.
from The American Heritage Dictionary of the English Language, 4th Edition
An argument in support or justification of something. See Synonyms at apology.
from The American Heritage Dictionary of the English Language, 4th Edition
Law The action of the defendant in opposition to complaints against him or her.
from The American Heritage Dictionary of the English Language, 4th Edition
Law The defendant and his or her legal counsel.
from The American Heritage Dictionary of the English Language, 4th Edition
Sports Means or tactics used in trying to stop the opposition from scoring.
from The American Heritage Dictionary of the English Language, 4th Edition

verb-transitive

Sports To attempt to stop (the opposition) from scoring.
from The American Heritage Dictionary of the English Language, 4th Edition
Sports To play defense against (an opponent); guard.
from The American Heritage Dictionary of the English Language, 4th Edition

verb

To take specific action against (an opposing team or player or an offensive play).
from Free Scrabble Dictionary

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defense

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2 letter words with DEFENSE

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3 letter words with DEFENSE

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5 letter words with DEFENSE

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feeds

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fends

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needs

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denes

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dense

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7 letter words with DEFENSE

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defense

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