Security And Defense Terminology

noun a line separating two countries, administrative divisions, or other areas

verb to form an edge along or beside (something)

• The two countries are in negotiations to establish a new border agreement.
• I always get nervous when crossing the border into a new country.
• Let's sneak across the border and have some fun!
• The line between love and hate can sometimes blur, like a border between two conflicting emotions.

noun a thing that discourages or is intended to discourage someone from doing something

• The high security measures act as a deterrent against potential intruders.
• Having a guard dog is a good deterrent for burglars.
• Putting up a 'Beware of Dog' sign can be a good deterrent for unwanted visitors.
• His strong reputation in the industry serves as a deterrent for competitors trying to challenge him.

noun a political alliance of four Central European countries - Czech Republic, Hungary, Poland, and Slovakia - for the purpose of furthering their cooperation in various fields such as economics, defense, and culture

• The Visegrad-4 countries, comprising of Poland, Hungary, Czech Republic, and Slovakia, aim to strengthen their cooperation in various fields.
• Have you heard about the Visegrad-4 group? It's made up of four countries in Central Europe.
• The Visegrad-4 crew is meeting up this weekend to discuss their common interests.
• The Visegrad-4 alliance stands as a symbol of unity and collaboration in the region.