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defense in German

defense in German is Verteidigung, Wehr — defense means the action of protecting someone or something from attack or harm.

defense in German

Verteidigung
noun
The action of defending or protecting from attack, danger, or injury.
Wehr
noun
The action of defending or protecting from attack, danger, or injury.
Verteidigung
noun
Anything employed to oppose attack(s).

What does "defense" mean?

  1. noun The action of protecting someone or something from attack or harm.
    "The small animal has few natural defenses against a hungry fox."
  2. noun In sport, the players or tactics focused on stopping the opposing team from scoring.
    "Our defense held firm for the whole second half and kept a clean sheet."
  3. noun In law, the case or team presenting arguments on behalf of the accused.
    "The defense called a character witness to speak on behalf of the accused."
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defense in a sentence

  • The small animal has few natural defenses against a hungry fox.
  • The nation increased spending on defense.
  • Our defense held firm for the whole second half and kept a clean sheet.
  • The coach spent the training session drilling the defense on marking tight.

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What is "defense" in German?
"defense" in German is Verteidigung, Wehr. defense means: The action of protecting someone or something from attack or harm.
How do you use "defense" in a sentence?
Example: "The small animal has few natural defenses against a hungry fox." In German, "defense" is Verteidigung, Wehr.
Are there other ways to say "defense" in German?
Yes — German has 2 translations listed for "defense": Verteidigung, Wehr.
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