Word Meaning

defensive definition and meaning

a. Serving to defend or protect; proper for defense; opposed to offensive; as, defensive armor.
a. Carried on by resisting attack or aggression; -- opposed to offensive; as, defensive war.
a. In a state or posture of defense.
n. That which defends; a safeguard.

Crossword clues for defensive

- On guard, watchful
- Watchful