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defense mechanism

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defense mechanism (US) noun
or British defence mechanism
plural defense mechanisms
defense mechanism (US)
noun
or British defence mechanism
plural defense mechanisms
Britannica Dictionary definition of DEFENSE MECHANISM
[count] technical
: a process in the brain that makes you forget or ignore painful or disturbing thoughts, situations, etc.
: a reaction in your body that protects against disease or danger