Defence

Meaning

the action of defending from or resisting attack; protection or support

The act of protecting or guarding against attack, harm, or criticism.

Example Sentences

The country strengthened its defence system against potential threats.

The castle walls were built for defence against invaders.

Example Expressions

self-defence

Synonyms

protection, guard, shield, security, safeguard

Entry 1

protection, guard, shield, security

Entry 2

protection, safeguard, guard, security, shield

Antonyms

attack, offense, aggression, assault

Entry 1

attack, offense, aggression, assault

Entry 2

attack, assault, offense

Collocations

national defence, self defence, strong defence, in defence of, defence strategy, defence lawyer

Entry 1

national defence, self defence, strong defence

Entry 2

in defence of, national defence, defence strategy, defence lawyer