Definitions
1.nounA means, attitude or position of defense.
2.adjectiveIntended for defence; protective."a defensive perimeter"
3.adjectiveIntended to deter attack."a defensive missile system"
4.adjectivePerformed so as to minimise risk."defensive driving"
5.adjectiveDisplaying an inordinate sensitivity to criticism or intrusion.
6.adjectiveOf a bowling or fielding tactic designed to prevent the other side from scoring runs; of a batting tactic designed to prevent being out.
7.adjectivePertaining to defense, as opposed to attack."The victim held up his hand to repel the attacker and received a defensive knife wound."
8.adjectiveIn a state or posture of defense.