zone defense
noun
Definition of zone defense
: a system of defense (as in basketball or football) in which each player guards an assigned area rather than a specified opponent
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1927
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1927
ZONE DEFENSE Defined for English Language Learners
zone defense
noun
Definition of zone defense for English Language Learners
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sports : a way of playing defense in football, basketball, etc., by having each player on a team guard a certain area of the field or court
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