defensive block
Shield against attack
A defensive block is a movement in combat sports or martial arts where you use your arms, hands, or body to stop or deflect an incoming strike.
In basketball, it refers to positioning your body to impede an opponent's path or shot.
The term extends to psychology, where a defensive block describes an unconscious resistance to confronting uncomfortable thoughts or emotions: His defensive block kept him from acknowledging his role in the conflict.
- parryDefensive blade deflection
- shieldHandheld defensive armor
- guardWatchful defensive attention
- deflectTurn from course
- tackleGear or takedown
wall · brick wall · barrier · stone wall · stance · reflex · intercept · protect · counter · resist · fend · hold the line · repel · goalie · forearm · arm bar · martial · sparring
defensive blockattack
Aggressive act against another
strike · assault · punch · kick · counterattack
defensive blockknockout blow
Strike causing unconsciousness
finishing move · power shot · haymaker · takedown · submission hold
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