attack is the best form of defence
In a battle or dispute, attacking the opposition first is better than waiting for them to attack.
defence
UK /dɪˈfɛns/ US /dɪˈfɛns/
noun 5verb 1
Definitions
noun
1
The action of defending, of protecting from attack, danger or injury.
In cases of defence ’tis best to weigh The enemy more mighty than he seems:
2
Something used to oppose attacks.
And nothing ’gainst Time’s scythe can make defence Save breed, to brave him when he takes thee hence.
As governments and health officials continue to flip-flop on vaccine age requirements, and anti-vaxxers spread falsehoods through social media and protests, the vaxxie might just be a powerful line of defence against vaccine hesitancy.
3
An argument in support or justification of something.
Speak of my lameness, and I straight will halt, Against thy reasons making no defence.
In Hodgson's defence, it must be stated that in large parts this was a vibrant, energetic performance with the emphasis almost exclusively on attack.
4
A strategy and tactics employed to prevent the other team from scoring; contrasted with offence.
But the Danes remained resolute in defence - largely thanks to a spirited display by captain Daniel Agger - and they went ahead with their first meaningful attack.
5
The portion of a team dedicated to preventing the other team from scoring; contrasted with offence.
verb
1
To furnish with defences; to fortify.
Better manned and more strongly defenced.
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