ALL meanings of defensed
de·fense
D d - noun defensed resistance against attack; protection: Two more regiments are needed for the defense of the city. 1
- noun defensed something that defends, as a fortification, physical or mental quality, or medication: This fort was once the main defense of the island. 1
- noun defensed the defending of a cause or the like by speech, argument, etc.: He spoke in defense of the nation's foreign policy. 1
- noun defensed a speech, argument, etc., in vindication: She delivered a defense of free enterprise. 1
- noun defensed Law. the denial or pleading of the defendant in answer to the claim or charge that has been made. the proceedings adopted by a defendant, or the defendant's legal agents, for defending against the charges that have been made. a defendant and his or her counsel. 1
- noun defensed Psychology. defense mechanism (def 2). 1
- noun defensed Sports. the practice or art of defending oneself or one's goal against attack, as in fencing, boxing, soccer, or football. the team attempting to thwart the attack of the team having the ball or puck. the players of a team who line up in their own defensive zone. the positions on the field, ice, etc., taken by such players. 1
- noun defensed (initial capital letter). Also called Defense Department. Informal. the Department of Defense. 1
- verb with object defensed Sports. to defend against (an opponent, play, or tactic). 1