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defensive
noun(de-fen-sive)
an attitude of defensiveness (especially in the phrase `on the defensive')
Synonyms: defensive attitude,
defensive
adjective(de-fen-sive)
attempting to justify or defend in speech or writing
defensive
adjective(de-fen-sive)
intended or appropriate for defending against or deterring aggression or attack
Antonyms: offensive,
Examples:
Defensive weapons.
A defensive stance.

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