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Meaning
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self-defense
Verb
The action of using physical force or measures to protect oneself from being harmed or attacked.
vi Tôi học võ để có thể tự vệ khi cần.
en I learn martial arts to be able to protect myself when necessary.
Noun
The act or ability of protecting one's own person or property from external harm.
vi Quyền tự vệ là rất quan trọng.
en The right to self-defense is very important.
paramilitary
A military or paramilitary group organized specifically for the protection of a local area.
vi Lực lượng tự vệ đang tuần tra xóm làng.
en The self-defense force is patrolling the village.