/dɪˈfɛns/ – verb
Definition: (Mỹ) xch DEFENCE
A more thorough explanation: In legal terms, “defense” refers to the argument or evidence presented by a party in a legal proceeding to counter or refute the claims made by the opposing party. It is the act of protecting oneself or another from legal action or accusation by providing a justification or explanation for one’s actions.
Example: The defense argued that the evidence presented by the prosecution was insufficient to prove the defendant’s guilt beyond a reasonable doubt.