DCHP-1 Online
defence defense 
n. in hockey and lacrosse, the players stationed in front of the goalkeeper to help him prevent the opposing team from scoring.
- 1902 . . . Hughie moved up two of his centers nearer to the Front defense.
- 1966 He [the goalkeeper] needed and received help from his defense, handling only 25 shots. . . .
- 1902 . . . Hughie moved up two of his centers nearer to the Front defense.