A means, attitude or position of defense.
Intended for defence; protective.
a defensive perimeter
Intended to deter attack.
a defensive missile system
Performed so as to minimise risk.
defensive driving
Displaying an inordinate sensitivity to criticism or intrusion.
Of a bowling or fielding tactic designed to prevent the other side from scoring runs; of a batting tactic designed to prevent being out.
Pertaining to defense, as opposed to attack.
The victim held up his hand to repel the attacker and received a defensive knife wound.
In a state or posture of defense.