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civil defense

 

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Noun civil defense has 1 sense
  1. civil defense - activities organized by civilians for their own protection in time of war or disaster
    --1 is a kind of
    protection
    --1 has particulars: fire watching

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Civil Defense

Definition: Civil defense refers to measures taken by the government or community to protect civilians and minimize the damage caused by natural disasters, enemy attacks, or other emergencies.

Part of Speech: Noun

Sense 1: The system or organization responsible for the prevention of damage to civilians during emergencies.

Example sentence: During the wartime, the civil defense worked tirelessly to ensure the safety of the citizens by constructing bomb shelters.

Sense 2: Efforts made by individuals or communities to prepare for potential disasters or emergencies.

Example sentence: After experiencing several earthquakes, the town invested in civil defense measures, including emergency supplies and evacuation plans.

Sense 3: The branch of the military that is responsible for protecting civilians during times of war or national emergency.

Example sentence: The civil defense forces were deployed immediately to provide aid and support to the affected areas after the hurricane hit.

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