Defense
01
the measures and actions a country takes to protect itself from military attack or threats
例
The nation increased its defense spending in response to regional tensions.
02
protection against harm or danger
例
Wearing a helmet provides defense against head injuries.
03
ディフェンス, 守備
the team, players, or tactics whose primary role is to prevent the opposing side from scoring or gaining advantage in a game or match
例
The defense held firm in the final quarter and preserved the 2–1 lead.
ディフェンスは最終クォーターで堅く守り、2–1のリードを守り抜いた。
04
reasoning presented to support an act, belief, or decision
例
His defense of the controversial policy convinced some skeptics.
05
the person on trial and their legal team representing them in court
例
The defense argued that the evidence was insufficient.
06
an unconscious psychological process aimed at reducing anxiety linked to instinctive desires or impulses
例
Denial is a common defense against uncomfortable truths.
07
a legal case or argument presented by the accused to deny guilt and seek acquittal
例
The lawyer prepared the defense carefully for trial.
08
a structure or fortification built to resist attack
例
The city built walls as a defense against invaders.
09
an organized group or force tasked with resisting attack or providing protection
例
The national defense is responsible for protecting the country's borders.
語彙ツリー
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