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defense mechanism
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/dɪfˈɛns mˈɛkənˌɪzəm/

Definition & Meaning of "defense mechanism"in English

Defense mechanism
01

an unconscious mental strategy individuals use to cope with anxiety, discomfort, or threatening emotions

Examples
Denial, a defense mechanism, involves refusing to accept or acknowledge the reality of a situation.
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