defenses

[US]/[ˈdefənsɪz]/
[UK]/[ˈdɛfənsɪz]/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.Defensive measures; fortifications.; The act of defending.; In a legal context, reasons or arguments presented to counter a claim or charge.
v.To protect from harm or attack.

Phrases & Collocations

strong defenses

building defenses

legal defenses

our defenses

defenses failed

review defenses

enhance defenses

initial defenses

testing defenses

solid defenses

Example Sentences

the company built strong defenses against cyberattacks.

our legal team mounted vigorous defenses in court.

the castle's defenses included a moat and high walls.

the player used skillful defenses to block the shot.

the body has natural defenses against infection.

the government announced new economic defenses.

the team's defenses were crucial to their victory.

he studied the opponent's defenses carefully.

the nation strengthened its military defenses.

they analyzed the weaknesses in our defenses.

the city's defenses were tested during the storm.

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