defenses
Translation
defences, protection, arguments in justification
Examples
The city's defenses were strong.
The city's defences were strong.
The body has natural defenses against disease.
The body has natural defences against disease.
The lawyer prepared the client's defenses.
The lawyer prepared the client's defences.
Grammar Patterns
((defences)) against (sth.) The body has defences against viruses.
Similar Words
Synonyms: protection, security, barriers; Antonyms: attacks, offences
Etymology
From Latin 'defendere' meaning 'to ward off'. It breaks down into 'de-' (off) + '-fendere' (to strike).
Memory Tips
Think of a fence ('-fense') that keeps things away ('de-').