defense
Translation
defence, protection, guard
Examples
The city's defense against attack was strong.
The city's defence against attack was strong.
The team has a very good defense.
The team has a very good defence.
His lawyer prepared a strong defense.
His lawyer prepared a strong defence.
Grammar Patterns
defence against ((sth.)) protection from (sth.) The city's defence against attack was strong.
in defence of ((sb./sth.)) to support (sb./sth.) He spoke in defence of his friend.
a [adjective] defence the players who defend in a sport The team has a good defence.
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Etymology
From Latin 'defendere' meaning 'to ward off, protect'. 'de-' (off) + '-fendere' (to strike).
Memory Tips
Think of putting up a 'fence' to 'de-fend' or protect your property. Note the spelling difference: 'defence' (UK noun) vs. 'defense' (US noun).