# defensing

Pronunciation: say "di-FENS-ing" /dɪˈfɛnsɪŋ/

## Verb

1. Present participle and gerund of defense. — present participle and gerund of defense
   - Simple: Present participle of defense. Use it for guarding an opponent in a sport, happening right now or as an activity.
   - _The coaching staff spent all week defensing the screen pass._
   - _Defensing a mobile quarterback requires disciplined positioning and patience._

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