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The correct spelling is defenses.

How to pronounce defenses

noun

Say it like: Def-ens-es

The correct spelling is defenses. The action of defending or protecting from attack, danger, or injury. For example: "Department of Defense"

Usage Examples

Department of Defense

Definition

noun

  1. 1.The action of defending or protecting from attack, danger, or injury.
  2. 2.Anything employed to oppose attack(s).
  3. 3.An argument in support or justification of something.
  4. 4.Government policy or (infra)structure related to the military.
  5. 5.A prohibition; a prohibitory ordinance.

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