Definitions

1. noun

a defense, especially in a game or sport, in which a player catches the ball or a puck after it has been thrown or hit by an opponent

“The team made a great def on the opposing team’s last play.”

2. noun

a defensive position or system, especially in a game or sport

“The team’s def was strong, making it difficult for the opposing team to score.”

3. verb

to defend (something) against an attack or criticism

“The company tried to def its reputation by releasing a statement.”

4. verb

to defend (something) in a game or sport

“The player tried to def against the opposing team’s attack.”

5. verb

to abbreviate or shorten (something), especially a word

“The professor asked the students to def the word in their notes.”

6. verb

to explain or justify (something)

“The lawyer tried to def the client’s actions.”