noun
the act of defending oneself, especially by physically repelling an attack
adjective
relating to the act of defending oneself
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Learning self-defense techniques can help individuals protect themselves in dangerous situations.
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I signed up for a self-defense class to feel more confident walking alone at night.
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My friend showed me some cool self-defense moves that she learned from YouTube.
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Mental self-defense is just as important as physical self-defense in dealing with toxic people.