What is another word for defense?
Pronunciation: [dɪfˈɛns] (IPA) 
Defense is a term used to refer to the act of protecting oneself or something or someone else from harm. It is an integral part of life, whether it is personal, national, or corporate. Synonyms for defense include protection, cover, safety, refuge, buffer, shield, and guard. Protection refers to the act of keeping something or someone safe from harm or danger, and cover, safety, and refuge refer to providing a place of safety or shelter. A buffer is something that ensures a level of safety by keeping danger at bay, while a shield and guard offer physical protections from harm. All these synonyms for defense express the need to be watchful and vigilant to prevent harm from happening.
