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defense

/dɪˈfɛns/
de · fense dɪ · ˈfɛns
English Definition
n. the action of protecting from attack
中文释义
防御，防护
Significado en Español
defensa
한국어 뜻
방어
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
sự phòng thủ
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Example Sentence

The castle was built for defense against attacks.

这座城堡是为了抵御袭击而建的。

Synonyms
protection guard shield
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)

Select the best synonym for the word “defense”:

  1. A protection
  2. B assault
  3. C offense
  4. D attack
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A — protection. “defense” means n. the action of protecting from attack

Practice — Sentence Completion (ISEE Verbal)

The high, thick stone walls were built for the whole town's ______.

  1. A attack
  2. B assault
  3. C invasion
  4. D defense
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D — defense. “defense” means n. the action of protecting from attack

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Common questions about “defense”

What does “defense” mean?

defense — n. the action of protecting from attack. In Chinese: 防御，防护.

How do you pronounce “defense”?

defense is pronounced /dɪˈfɛns/. It breaks into 2 syllables: de · fense.

How do you use “defense” in a sentence?

The castle was built for defense against attacks. (这座城堡是为了抵御袭击而建的。)

What are synonyms for “defense”?

protection, guard, shield — all close in meaning to defense (n. the action of protecting from attack).

Is “defense” an ISEE Basic-level word?

Yes. defense appears on the iSEE Vocab Basic list, which covers 2445 words for the ISEE and SSAT.

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