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Definition defense mechanism in American English

defense mechanism noun

[countable] noun
1

something that happens in your mind that helps you deal with something such as a bad experience

Synonyms and related words
catharsis complex conditioning
2

a process in your body that prevents you from becoming sick

Synonyms and related words
antibody biosecurity candida
Definition defense mechanism in American English