defensivelyの意味は？

defensivelyの意味 - adv. 防御的に

adverb

R

When you respond to something in a way that shows you feel criticized or attacked.

‘I couldn't help it,’ he said defensively, as if he was being accused of something.

「どうすることもできませんでした」と彼は防御的に言った、何かを非難されているかのようだった。

R

When you do something to protect yourself or others from harm or attack.

The English fought defensively, building walls to keep out the invaders.

イギリス人は防衛的に戦い、侵入者を防ぐために壁を建設した。

R

When you play a game focusing on stopping the other team from scoring, rather than trying to score yourself.

They played defensively, blocking the opponent's shots and preventing them from scoring.

彼らは防衛的にプレイし、相手のシュートをブロックし、得点を防いだ。