Defensive summons 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')

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DS abbreviation

DS is an abbreviation for Defensive Summons
What does DS stand for?
DS stands for "Defensive Summons"

Summons replaced

Definitions for Summons


  • (noun) a written notice ordering a person to appear in court
  • (noun) a request to be present
  • (noun) a writ issued by authority of law; usually compels the defendant's attendance in a civil suit; failure to appear results in a default judgment against the defendant