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Definition of defenseman

defenseman

/dɪˈfɛns.mən/
(UK: defenceman)
de · fense · man
Plural:defensemen
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defenseman Lexical Profile

defenseman Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

North American A player in a team sport, especially ice hockey or lacrosse, whose primary role is to prevent the opposing team from scoring.

Example

"The veteran defenseman blocked a crucial shot in the final seconds of the third period to preserve the win."

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Word Nuance & Usage

Spelled "defenseman" in American English and "defenceman" in Canadian and British English, the term is most strongly associated with ice hockey and lacrosse.

• Nearby Words

defenseless
defenselessly
defenselessness
defenseman
defensibility
defensible
defensibly

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Defenseman. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/defenseman
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