defensive

IPA: dɪfˈɛnsɪv

Intended for defence; protective.
Intended to deter attack.
Performed so as to minimise risk.
Displaying an inordinate sensitivity to criticism or intrusion; oversensitive; thin-skinned.
(cricket) Of a bowling or fielding tactic designed to prevent the other side from scoring runs; of a batting tactic designed to prevent being out.
(chiefly sports) Pertaining to defense, as opposed to attack.
In a state or posture of defense.

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