defensesquad

noun
UK /dɪˈfɛns skwɒd/
US /dɪˈfɛns skwɑːd/

A group of players who work together to stop the other team from scoring.

The defense squad blocked every shot in the final minute.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. A group of friends who protect each other from bullies.

Our defense squad always stands up for the new kids.

3. The part of a video game team that guards the base.

I joined the defense squad to keep our flag safe.

4. A set of people chosen to defend an idea or plan.

She gathered a defense squad to argue for the new playground rules.