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defensive
01
defensiv, abwehrend
designed or used in a way that provides a person or thing with protection against attack
Beispiele
The castle was equipped with defensive mechanisms such as drawbridges and thick stone walls.
Die Burg war mit Abwehrmechanismen wie Zugbrücken und dicken Steinmauern ausgestattet.
02
showing or expressing the need to justify or protect oneself, especially in response to criticism
Beispiele
He grew defensive the moment his plan was challenged.
Defensive
01
a state of mind or attitude marked by self-protection or sensitivity to criticism
Beispiele
Their defensive prevented them from hearing valid feedback.
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