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Definition defence mechanism in British English

defence mechanism noun

[countable] noun
1

a reaction in your mind that makes you forget things that are unpleasant to think about

Synonyms and related words
catharsis complex conditioning
2

a reaction in your body that protects you from illness or danger

Synonyms and related words
antibody biosecurity candida
Definition defence mechanism in British English