försvar — meaning in English

English meaning

• defense noun The action of protecting someone or something from attack or harm.
• plea noun An urgent, heartfelt request.

Senses

försvar is used for these senses in English:

• defense An argument in support or justification of something.

defense — full definition

1. noun The action of protecting someone or something from attack or harm.
2. noun In sport, the players or tactics focused on stopping the opposing team from scoring.
3. noun In law, the case or team presenting arguments on behalf of the accused.

plea — full definition

1. noun An urgent, heartfelt request.
2. noun Law: a formal statement by a defendant responding to a charge.

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