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Definition of Defense force
1. Noun. An organization of defenders that provides resistance against attack. "He joined the defense against invasion"
Exact synonyms: Defence, Defence Force, Defense
Generic synonyms: Organisation, Organization
Specialized synonyms: Bastion
Derivative terms: Defend
Generic synonyms: Organisation, Organization
Specialized synonyms: Bastion
Derivative terms: Defend
Lexicographical Neighbors of Defense Force
Literary usage of Defense force
Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:
1. Appletons' Annual Cyclopædia and Register of Important Events of the Year (1903)
"South Australia has a defense force of 195 officers and 2826 men, including reserves,
... Tasmania has a volunteer defense force of 2726 officers and men. ..."
2. The U. S. by Robert F. Reed (1998)
"The ultimate objective should be to develop a credible, threat- oriented, defense
force that complements US force structure and is interoperable with US ..."
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