1. present participle of 'defense' (chiefly in fencing): the act of protecting oneself against an opponent's attack by blocking or parrying
Usage: fencing term; primarily used in sports contexts

1. the action or practice of defending in fencing or combat sports
Usage: fencing term; gerund form

Examples

• The fencer excelled at defensing against rapid attacks.
• Good defensing technique requires quick reflexes and proper footwork.
• She spent hours practicing defensing moves with her coach.
• His defensing strategy focused on circular parries.
• The champion's defensing was nearly impenetrable during the match.