Definition: the weapons and military forces that a country uses to protect itself against attack Level: C1
国防开支已大幅增加。
National ___defense spending has increased significantly.
国防工业是该地区的主要雇主。
The ___defense industry is a major employer in the region.
政府在国防上的支出仍然很大。
Government expenditure on ___defense remains substantial.
