defensive
英文音标
英式：[dɪˈfensɪv]
美式：[dɪˈfensɪv]
英文翻译
adj.防卫的；防御的；辩护的
n.防卫姿势；防卫物
英文例句
用作形容词 (adj.)
They teamed together into a defensive alliance. 他们联合起来组成一个防卫同盟。
Our troops took up defensive positions on high ground overlooking the river. 我部队在临河高地上占据了防御阵地。
When asked to explain her behavior, she gave a very defensive answer. 当问她为什么要这样做时，她极力为自己辩护。
用作名词 (n.)They put entirely on the defensive. 他们被迫完全处于守势。
相关知识
defensively
adv.防御地；守势地
defensiveness
n.防御性