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defensive
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noun
:
an attitude of defensiveness (especially in the phrase `on the defensive')
adjective
:
intended
or
appropriate
for defending against or deterring aggression or attack
Example:
"Defensive weapons"
adjective
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attempting to
justify
or defend in speech or writing
adjective
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serving
as or
appropriate
for defending or
protecting
Example:
"Defensive fortifications"
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