defence >> dɪˈfɛns
Definition: [noun] the action of defending from or resisting attack.
Example: methods of defence against this kind of attack
Definition: [noun] the case presented by or on behalf of the party accused of a crime or being sued in a civil lawsuit.
Example: the farmer's defence was that he intended only to wound the thief
Definition: [noun] (in sport) the action or role of defending one's goal or wicket against the opposition.
Example: Wolves were pressed back into defence