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The Clue
Like some football teams (9 letter answer)
The Answer
DEFENSIVE
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Notes
The answer DEFENSIVE is so rare that it appears less than once every 2500 puzzles.
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Definition
DEFENSIVE as a noun:
1. (defensive, defensive attitude) = an attitude of defensiveness (especially in the phrase `on the defensive')
DEFENSIVE as an adjective:
1. intended or appropriate for defending against or deterring aggression or attack; "defensive weapons"; "a defensive stance"
2. (defensive, justificative, justificatory) = attempting to justify or defend in speech or writing
3. serving as or appropriate for defending or protecting; "defensive fortifications"; "defensive dikes to protect against floods"