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Meaning of word defence mechanism from English dictionary with examples, synonyms and antonyms.

Meaning : (psychiatry) an unconscious process that tries to reduce the anxiety associated with instinctive desires.

Synonyms : defence, defence reaction, defense, defense mechanism, defense reaction

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An imaginary being of myth or fable.

starting line (noun)
A line indicating the location of the start of a race or a game.

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A collection of folktales in Arabic dating from the 10th century.

resupine (adjective)
Lying face upward.

baker (noun)
Someone who bakes commercially.

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A health professional trained in the art of preparing and dispensing drugs.

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Resembling milk in color. Not clear.

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(baseball) a ballplayer who is batting.

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A line indicating the location of the start of a race or a game.

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The act of mimicking. Imitative behavior.