defensive
US /dɪˈfen.sɪv/
UK /dɪˈfen.sɪv/
1.
دفاعي, وقائي
used or intended to protect someone or something from attack
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The team played a strong defensive game.
لعب الفريق مباراة دفاعية قوية.
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They built a defensive wall around the city.
بنوا جدارًا دفاعيًا حول المدينة.
2.
دفاعي, متحفز للدفاع
very anxious to protect what you believe is right and to make sure that no one criticizes you
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He became very defensive when I questioned his decision.
أصبح دفاعيًا جدًا عندما شككت في قراره.
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Don't be so defensive; I'm just trying to help.
لا تكن دفاعيًا لهذه الدرجة؛ أنا فقط أحاول المساعدة.