English to English Dictionary

Defendant

A person accused of a crime in a court of law.

Defender

A person who defends someone or something.

Defending

To protect from harm or danger; to support or uphold.

Defense

The action of defending from or resisting attack.

Defense attorney

A lawyer specializing in the legal defense of individuals and companies charged with criminal or civil offenses.

Defense budget

The projected or allocated financial expenditure of a government dedicated to maintaining and developing the armed forces and national security.

Defensia

The act of defending or protecting someone or something.

Defensive

Intended to defend or protect.

Defensive Line

A military fortification or a strategic arrangement of troops intended to defend a position against an enemy advance.

Defensive back

A player in American football who positions themselves behind the linebackers to defend against the passing game, consisting of cornerbacks and safeties.

Defensive driving

Driving to save lives, time, and money in spite of the conditions around you and the actions of others.

Defensive player

A member of a sports team whose primary role is to prevent the opposing team from scoring or advancing.