Intended for defence; protective.
In a state or posture of defense.
Of a bowling or fielding tactic designed to prevent the other side from scoring runs; of a batting tactic designed to prevent being out.
Performed so as to minimise risk.
Displaying an inordinate sensitivity to criticism or intrusion; oversensitive; thin-skinned.
Pertaining to defense, as opposed to attack.
Intended to deter attack.
A means, attitude or position of defense.
A military action consisting of armed forces of one geopolitical entity entering territory controlled by another such entity, generally with the objective of conquering territory or altering the established government.
The breaching of the skin barrier.
The spread of cancer cells, bacteries and such to the organism.
The entry without consent of an individual or group into an area where they are not wanted.