B2noun 3K

Defence

🇬🇧 UK /["/dɪˈfens/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/dɪˈfens/","/ˈdiːfens/"]/

Meaning of Defence

the act of protecting somebody/something from attack, criticism, etc.

In simple words: Protection from harm or danger.

Defence in a sentence

• The team's defence was strong, preventing the opposing players from scoring any goals.
• In the courtroom, the defence presented compelling evidence to support their case.
• The country invested heavily in its national defence to protect against potential threats.
• He mounted a vigorous defence of his actions, arguing that he had done nothing wrong.
• The legal defence team worked tirelessly to ensure their client received a fair trial.

How to use Defence

Used in both formal and informal contexts. Common in legal, sports, and military discussions. Avoid in casual conversations unless relevant.

Grammar pattern

defend + object

Memory hint

Think of 'defense' — protecting a fence from intruders!

Related words

Collocations with Defence

• adequate
• effective
• immune
• come to
• leap to
• rush to
• in defence of
• defence against
• weapons of defence
• effective
• strong
• coastal
• put up
• bolster
• improve
• mechanism
• defence against
• capability
• establishment
• force
• good
• robust
• solid
• conduct
• make
• mount
• attorney
• counsel
• lawyer
• in somebody’s defence
• defence of
• defence to
• counsel for the defence
• good
• robust
• solid
• conduct
• make
• mount
• attorney
• counsel
• lawyer
• in somebody’s defence
• defence of
• defence to
• counsel for the defence
• good
• solid
• staunch
• play
• put up
• destroy
• in defence
• on defence

Synonyms for Defence

• protection
• safeguard
• shield
• preservation
• security

Opposites of Defence

• attack
• offense

Common mistakes with Defence

• Confused with 'defense'; remember 'defence' is British English.
• Incorrectly using as a verb; 'defence' is a noun.
• Mispronouncing the ending; ensure the 'ce' sounds like 's'.

Frequently asked questions about Defence

What does Defence mean?

Protection from harm or danger.

What is the definition of Defence?

the act of protecting somebody/something from attack, criticism, etc.

How do you use Defence in a sentence?

The team's defence was strong, preventing the opposing players from scoring any goals.

Can you give another example of Defence?

In the courtroom, the defence presented compelling evidence to support their case.

What are synonyms for Defence?

Common alternatives include protection, safeguard, shield, preservation, security.

What is the opposite of Defence?

Opposite meanings include attack, offense.

What words go with Defence?

It commonly pairs with adequate, effective, immune, come to, leap to, rush to, in defence of, defence against, weapons of defence, effective, strong, coastal, put up, bolster, improve, mechanism, defence against, capability, establishment, force, good, robust, solid, conduct, make, mount, attorney, counsel, lawyer, in somebody’s defence, defence of, defence to, counsel for the defence, good, robust, solid, conduct, make, mount, attorney, counsel, lawyer, in somebody’s defence, defence of, defence to, counsel for the defence, good, solid, staunch, play, put up, destroy, in defence, on defence.

What are common mistakes when using Defence?

Confused with 'defense'; remember 'defence' is British English. Incorrectly using as a verb; 'defence' is a noun. Mispronouncing the ending; ensure the 'ce' sounds like 's'.

How do you pronounce Defence?

US: /["/dɪˈfens/","/ˈdiːfens/"]/, UK: /["/dɪˈfens/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Defence?

Used in both formal and informal contexts. Common in legal, sports, and military discussions. Avoid in casual conversations unless relevant.

What CEFR level is Defence?

"Defence" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.