defenses

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun (military) military action or resources protecting a country against potential enemies
  2. noun protection from harm
  3. noun (sports) the team that is trying to prevent the other team from scoring

Synonyms

defense, defence, defensive measure

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