defense mechanisms

A form of defense mechanism — A psychological strategy used unconsciously by people to cope with harmful or stressful situations.

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Meanings

noun
  1. pluralplural of defense mechanism
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APA

defense mechanisms. (n.d.). In WatkinsX Dictionary. Retrieved November 5, 2026, from https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/defense%20mechanisms

MLA

“defense mechanisms.” WatkinsX Dictionary, https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/defense%20mechanisms. Accessed November 5, 2026.

Chicago

WatkinsX Dictionary, s.v. “defense mechanisms,” accessed November 5, 2026, https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/defense%20mechanisms.

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