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offense

The correct spelling is offense.

How to pronounce offense

/əˈfɛns/
noun

IPA: /əˈfɛns/

Say it like: Off-ens-e

The correct spelling is offense. The act of offending:

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Definition

noun

  1. 1.The act of offending:
  2. 2.The state of being offended or displeased; anger; displeasure.
  3. 3.A strategy and tactics employed when in position to score; contrasted with defense.
  4. 4.The portion of a team dedicated to scoring when in position to do so; contrasted with defense.

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