7 2 noun n noun
• (psychiatry) an unconscious process that tries to reduce the anxiety associated with instinctive desires
Example sentence • The lawyer presented a strong defence for his client in court.
7 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• (military) military action or resources protecting a country against potential enemies
Example sentence • The defense attorney argued passionately for his client's innocence.
7 2 noun n noun
• a lack of politeness; a failure to show regard for others; wounding the feelings of others
Example sentence • He was charged with committing a serious offense .
5 1 noun n noun
• a barrier that serves to enclose an area
Example sentence • I need to mend the fence in my backyard.
5 1 verb, noun v, n noun
• a general conscious awareness
verb
• perceive by a physical sensation, e.g., coming from the skin or muscles
Example sentence • I have a strong sense of smell.
7 2 noun n noun
• amounts paid for goods and services that may be currently tax deductible (as opposed to capital expenditures)
verb
• reduce the estimated value of something
Example sentence • I need to keep track of my monthly expenses.
7 2 adjective adj adjective satellite
• unusually great in size or amount or degree or especially extent or scope
Example sentence • The concert hall had an immense capacity of 5,000 seats.
7 2 adjective adj adjective
• possessing or displaying a distinctive feature to a heightened degree
adjective satellite
• extremely sharp or severe
Example sentence • He had an intense look in his eyes.
5 1 adverb adv adverb
• (used to introduce a logical conclusion) from that fact or reason or as a result
Example sentence • She was feeling unwell and hence unable to attend the party.
10 3 adjective adj
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Example sentence • The nondefense sector of the economy is experiencing rapid growth.
11 2 noun n noun
• the act of defending yourself
Example sentence • She took a self-defence class to learn how to protect herself.
8 2 verb v verb
• administer or bestow, as in small portions
Example sentence • The vending machine dispenses snacks.
8 2 noun n noun
• the act of giving a false appearance
Example sentence • She put on a pretense of being happy, but deep down she was heartbroken.
8 2 noun n noun
• apprehension about what is going to happen
Example sentence • The suspense in the movie had everyone on the edge of their seats.
8 2 verb v verb
• take the first step or steps in carrying out an action
Example sentence • Let the ceremony commence at noon.
5 1 adjective adj adjective satellite
• permitting little if any light to pass through because of denseness of matter
Example sentence • The forest was so dense that sunlight hardly reached the ground.
5 1 noun, adjective n, adj adjective
• in or of a state of physical or nervous tension
noun
• a grammatical category of verbs used to express distinctions of time
verb
• become stretched or tense or taut
Example sentence • She looked tense during the meeting.
17 7 noun, adjective n, adj noun
• procedures involved in taking defensive measures against attacks using biological agents
Example sentence • Vaccinations work by stimulating a biological defence response.
17 7 noun n noun
• a defense organized before contact is made with the enemy and while time for organization is available; usually includes a fortified zone (with pillboxes) and communication systems
Example sentence • The team's deliberate defence prevented the opposing team from scoring any goals.
13 5 noun n noun
• any organization whose responsibility it is to defend against something
7 2 verb v noun
• a substance that produces a fragrant odor when burned
verb
• perfume especially with a censer
Example sentence • She burned incense to create a calming atmosphere in her yoga studio.
6 1 adverb adv adverb
• from what place, source, or cause
Example sentence • Tell me whence you obtained that information.
5 1 noun n noun
• a fractional monetary unit of Ireland and the United Kingdom; equal to one hundredth of a pound
Example sentence • Could you lend me a few pence ?
6 1 noun n
11 2 noun n noun
• the act of defending yourself
Example sentence • Learning self-defense techniques can help build confidence.
11 3 noun n adjective satellite
• exhibiting native good judgment
Example sentence • Using commonsense , she knew not to touch the hot stove.
8 2 verb v verb
• undergo condensation; change from a gaseous to a liquid state and fall in drops
Example sentence • After the lecture, I condense my notes into a concise summary.
9 2 noun n noun
• defense against biological warfare
15 5 noun n noun
• procedures involved in taking defensive measures against attacks using chemical agents
Example sentence • Animals have developed various chemical defence mechanisms to protect themselves from predators.
12 4 noun n noun
• a defense organized while in contact with the enemy or when time is limited
Example sentence • The soldiers quickly built a hasty defence to protect themselves from the enemy attack.
6 1 adverb adv adverb
• from that place or from there
Example sentence • She walked down the path and thence crossed the bridge.
16 7 noun n noun
• air defense by the use of aircraft or missiles or artillery or electronic countermeasures
Example sentence • The country invests heavily in active air defense systems to protect its airspace.
19 7 noun n noun
• the federal department responsible for safeguarding national security of the United States; created in 1947
12 3 noun n noun
• an aromatic gum resin obtained from various Arabian or East African trees; formerly valued for worship and for embalming and fumigation
Example sentence • I bought a pack of frankincense to use for my meditation practice.
10 3 verb, noun v, n noun
• payment or reward (as for service rendered)
verb
• make amends for; pay compensation for
Example sentence • He received a generous recompense for his efforts.
9 4 noun, adjective n, adj noun
• A molecule which interacts with a complementary strand of nucleic acids, so as to suppress its transcription.
Example sentence • Antisense therapy uses small molecules to target and bind to antisense RNA.
10 4 noun n noun
• defensive measures designed to destroy attacking enemy aircraft or missiles or to nullify their effectiveness
Example sentence • The country invested heavily in air defense systems to protect its airspace.
19 9 noun n noun
• resistance to or defense against a hostile takeover
Example sentence • The company implemented an anti-takeover defense to prevent hostile acquisitions.
17 8 noun n noun
• procedures involved in taking defensive measures against attacks using biological agents
Example sentence • The human body has several biological defenses against pathogens.
15 6 noun n noun
• procedures involved in taking defensive measures against attacks using chemical agents
Example sentence • Some plants have evolved chemical defenses to protect themselves from herbivores.
12 5 noun n noun
• activities organized by civilians for their own protection in time of war or disaster
Example sentence • During times of crisis, civil defense plans are put into action.
17 8 noun n noun
• a defense organized before contact is made with the enemy and while time for organization is available; usually includes a fortified zone (with pillboxes) and communication systems
Example sentence • The lawyer presented a deliberate defense strategy in the courtroom.
12 5 noun n noun
• a defense organized while in contact with the enemy or when time is limited
Example sentence • He put up a hasty defense when accused of stealing the money.
18 7 noun n noun
• the person who holds the secretaryship of the Defense Department
9 3 noun, adjective n, adj noun
• defense against biological warfare
14 6 noun n noun
• a crime so serious that capital punishment is considered appropriate
Example sentence • Murder is considered a capital offense in most countries.
15 6 noun n noun
• (criminal law) an act punishable by law; usually considered an evil act
Example sentence • Robbery is considered a criminal offense .
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