adj. or adv. lacking protection or support
The man was defenceless against the ferocious bear's attack. British spelling.
The man was defenceless against the ferocious bear's attack. British spelling.
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powerless; vulnerable; unprotected
powerful; strong
3 syllables
de-fence-less
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