Meaning of defenceless in English

1. Pronunciation

   US accent

   How to pronounce defenceless in American English, in context ▾
   Use the controls below to browse different examples of pronunciation.

   UK accent

   How to pronounce defenceless in British English, in context ▾
   Use the controls below to browse different examples of pronunciation.

1. Classifying Adjective

   defenceless

   Definitions

   1. lacking protection or support

   Examples

   • « a defenseless child »

   Synonyms

   • vulnerable
2. 2. lacking weapons for self-defense

   Synonyms

   • unarmed