Self-defense (Noun)
Meaning
The act of defending yourself.
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
Examples
- She took a self-defense class to learn how to protect herself in case of an attack.
- The instructor taught various self-defense techniques to the students, including how to escape from different types of grabs.
- In many countries, self-defense is considered a valid reason for using force against an aggressor.
- The police officer testified that he used self-defense when the suspect physically attacked him during the arrest.
- The self-defense course focused on teaching women how to be aware of their surroundings and trust their instincts to stay safe.