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defensive - Dictionary definition and meaning for defensive
DEFENSIVE
(noun) an attitude of defensiveness (especially in the phrase `on the defensive')
synonyms : defensive attitude(adj.) intended or appropriate for defending against or deterring aggression or attack
"defensive weapons", "a defensive stance"
(adj.) attempting to justify or defend in speech or writing
synonyms : justificative , justificatory
WordNet® 3.0, © 2006 by Princeton University.
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