Defensive emplacement Synonyms

Definitions for Defensive


  • (adjective) intended to resist or prevent attack or aggression
  • (noun) a position of readiness to oppose actual or expected attack
  • (noun) an attitude of defensiveness (especially in the phrase `on the defensive')

Definitions for Emplacement


  • (noun) the area or space occupied by or intended for something
  • (noun) the act of putting something in a certain place
  • (noun) military installation consisting of a prepared position for siting a weapon