self-defencenoun [ U ]
UK US self-defense uk/ˌself.dɪˈfens/us/ˌself.dɪˈfens/protection of yourself, either by fighting or discussion:
He used the gun in self-defence.
In self-defence, I have to say that I only did what you asked me to do.
the skill of fighting without weapons to protect yourself:
She goes to self-defence classes for women.
Thesaurus: synonyms and related words
Protection and protectors
- aegis
- auspices
- bailiff
- bandobast
- beefeater
- buffer
- conservation
- guard
- guardian
- homeland security
- janitor
- minder
- night watchman
- preservation
- ranger
- sentinel
- shield
- warden
- watchman
- watchtower
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