DEFENCE SYSTEM Synonyms
21 hypernyms for defence system. (close relations)
Best Synonyms for DEFENCE SYSTEM
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| barrier | noun n | |||||
noun • a structure or object that impedes free movement • any condition that makes it difficult to make progress or to achieve an objective • anything serving to maintain separation by obstructing vision or access | ||||||
| bulwark | noun n | |||||
noun • an embankment built around a space for defensive purposes • a fencelike structure around a deck • a protective structure of stone or concrete; extends from shore into the water to prevent a beach from washing away verb • defend with a bulwark | ||||||
| fortification | noun n | |||||
noun • defensive structure consisting of walls or mounds built around a stronghold to strengthen it • the art or science of strengthening defenses • the addition of an ingredient for the purpose of enrichment (as the addition of alcohol to wine or the addition of vitamins to food) | ||||||
| guard | verb, noun v, n | |||||
noun • a person who keeps watch over something or someone • the person who lines up between the center and the tackles on the offensive line of a football team on the line of scrimmage • a device designed to prevent injury or accidents • a posture of defence in boxing or fencing • the person who plays the position of guard on a basketball team • a military unit serving to protect some place or person • a precautionary measure warding off impending danger or damage or injury etc. • the duty of serving as a sentry • (American football) a position on the line of scrimmage between the center and the tackles • a position on a basketball team verb • to keep watch over • watch over or shield from danger or harm; protect • protect against a challenge or attack • take precautions in order to avoid some unwanted consequence | ||||||
| protection | noun n | |||||
noun • the activity of protecting someone or something • a covering that is intend to protect from damage or injury • defense against financial failure; financial independence • the condition of being protected • kindly endorsement and guidance • the imposition of duties or quotas on imports in order to protect domestic industry against foreign competition • payment extorted by gangsters on threat of violence | ||||||
| safeguard | verb, noun v, n | |||||
noun • a precautionary measure warding off impending danger or damage or injury etc. • a document or escort providing safe passage through a region especially in time of war verb • make safe • escort safely | ||||||
| security | noun n | |||||
noun • the state of being free from danger or injury • defense against financial failure; financial independence • freedom from anxiety or fear • a formal declaration that documents a fact of relevance to finance and investment; the holder has a right to receive interest or dividends • property that your creditor can claim in case you default on your obligation • a department responsible for the security of the institution's property and workers • a guarantee that an obligation will be met • an electrical device that sets off an alarm when someone tries to break in • measures taken as a precaution against theft or espionage or sabotage etc. | ||||||
| shield | verb, noun v, n | |||||
noun • a protective covering or structure • armor carried on the arm to intercept blows • hard outer covering or case of certain organisms such as arthropods and turtles verb • protect, hide, or conceal from danger or harm • hold back a thought or feeling about | ||||||
| stronghold | noun n | |||||
noun • a strongly fortified defensive structure | ||||||
| defense system | noun n | |||||
noun • the weaponry available for the defense of a region | ||||||