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    Defensas (en. Defenses)

    /defɛn̪sas/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    A set of measures or actions taken to protect oneself from an attack.
    The defenses of the castle were imposing.
    Las defensas del castillo eran imponentes.
    An immune system that protects the body from diseases.
    The body has its own defenses against viruses.
    El cuerpo tiene sus propias defensas contra virus.
    In a game or sport, strategies to prevent the opposing team from scoring.
    The team showed solid defenses during the match.
    El equipo mostró unas defensas sólidas durante el partido.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'defensae', plural of 'defensum', which means 'that which is defended'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    lower one's guard
    To stop being attentive or alert, exposing oneself to a risk.
    bajar la guardia
    keep defenses high
    To adequately protect oneself to avoid problems or attacks.
    mantener las defensas altas
    weak defenses
    Refers to a situation in which one is vulnerable or unprotected.
    defensas débiles

    Related Words

    to defend
    To protect someone or something from a danger.
    defender
    defensive
    Tendency to react protectively to an attack.
    defensivo
    immunity
    Ability of the organism to resist infections or diseases.
    inmunidad

    Slang Meanings

    Personal defenses
    Whenever I go out at night, I always activate my personal defenses.
    Cuando salgo por la noche siempre activo mis defensas personales.
    Neighborhood defenses
    In my neighborhood, everyone looks out for each other; there are good neighborhood defenses.
    En mi barrio todos se cuidan mutuamente, hay buenas defensas del barrio.