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Term: REAL DEFENSE
Definition: Real defense is a term used to describe actual defense strategies. It refers to the actions taken to protect oneself or others from harm or danger. It is different from pretend or imaginary defense, which is not effective in real-life situations.
(See also DEFENSE(4) for more information on defense.)
(Note: REAL EARNINGS is another term that refers to the actual amount of money earned after accounting for inflation and other factors. See EARNINGS for more information.)
REAL DEFENSE
Real defense refers to actual defense strategies or actions taken to protect oneself or others from harm or danger.
If someone is being physically attacked, using self-defense techniques to protect themselves is an example of real defense.
Another example of real defense is when a country strengthens its military and implements security measures to protect its citizens from external threats.
These examples illustrate the concept of real defense as taking tangible actions to protect oneself or others from harm or danger.