American English pronunciation
How to pronounce offense
IPA transcription: [ə'fɛns]
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Noun
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(criminal law) an act punishable by law; usually considered an evil act
“a long record of crimes”
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a lack of politeness; a failure to show regard for others; wounding the feelings or others
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the action of attacking an enemy
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a feeling of anger caused by being offended
“he took offence at my question”
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the team that has the ball (or puck) and is trying to score
Usage examples
- Gameplay focuses heavily on creating a balance between offense, defense, and economy.
- They advocate for computer offense laws that are clearer and more narrowly drawn.
- No offense, but your agility leaves a lot to be desired.
- No offense, but your agility leaves a lot to be desired.
- He was also an innovator of the hurry up offense.
- No offense, but your agility leaves a lot to be desired.
- No offense, but your agility leaves a lot to be desired.
- The Yankees offense would return in the ninth.
- On the game's last play, Lewis lined up on offense at fullback.
- The offense is punishable by imprisonment up to two years.