Defence
Part of speech: noun
Definition: The action of protecting from attack. Something used to oppose attack. An argument in support or justification of something.
Example sentence: So I don't think that the default mode of aggressive interviewing is useful, because politicians just build a defence against it. In fact, they thrive on 'Today' because they know what's going to happen.
Defense
Part of speech: noun
Definition: The action of defending or protecting from attack, danger, or injury.Anything employed to oppose attack(s).# A strategy and tactics employed to prevent the other team from scoring; contrasted with offense.# The portion of a team dedicated to preventing the other team from scoring; contrasted with offense.An argument in support or justification of something.Government policy or structure related to the military.
Example sentence: From my experience, playing on some really good teams in the past, that's No. 1, to pitch well and play defense.