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an attitude of defensiveness (especially in the phrase `on the defensive'') intended or appropriate for defending against or deterring aggression or attack; "defensive weapons"; "a defensive stance" antiaircraft, antisubmarine, antitank, defending, en garde attempting to justify or defend in speech or writing apologetic serving as or appropriate for defending or protecting; "defensive fortifications"; "defensive dikes to protect against floods" protective |
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