défense

defense

noun deh-FAHNS Less Common

Also means

prohibition

Usage Note

Défense has two distinct meanings: defense (military, legal, or sporting) and prohibition. Signs reading défense d'entrer or défense de fumer mean 'no entry' and 'no smoking' respectively — a very French way to post rules. La Défense is also the name of Paris's modern business district.

Examples

"La défense de l'accusé est solide."

Natural Translation

The defendant's defense is solid.

Literal Translation

The defense of the-accused is solid

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