DefenseWordNet Explorer
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the act of defending someone or something against attack or injury
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the activity of protecting someone or something
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protection from harm
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(military) military action or resources protecting a country against potential enemies
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a military engagement
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the military forces of a nation
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a formation of military planes maintained over ground operations or targets
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defensive measures designed to destroy attacking enemy aircraft or missiles or to nullify their effectiveness