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A means, attitude or position of defense.
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Intended for defence; protective.
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a defensive perimeter
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Intended to deter attack.
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a defensive missile system
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Performed so as to minimise risk.
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defensive driving
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Displaying an inordinate sensitivity to criticism or intrusion.
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Of a bowling or fielding tactic designed to prevent the other side from scoring runs; of a batting tactic designed to prevent being out.
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Pertaining to defense, as opposed to attack.
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The victim held up his hand to repel the attacker and received a defensive knife wound.
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In a state or posture of defense.