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▸ adjective: Intended to deter attack.
▸ adjective: Performed so as to minimise risk.
▸ adjective: Displaying an inordinate sensitivity to criticism or intrusion; oversensitive; thin-skinned.
▸ adjective: (cricket) Of a bowling or fielding tactic designed to prevent the other side from scoring runs; of a batting tactic designed to prevent being out.
▸ adjective: (chiefly sports) Pertaining to defense, as opposed to attack.
▸ adjective: In a state or posture of defense.
▸ noun: A means, attitude or position of defense.
Similar:
excusatory,
apologetic,
justificatory,
justificative,
protective,
en garde,
antisubmarine,
antiaircraft,
antitank,
defending,
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