Offensive

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Offensive [1]

(1):

(n.) The state or posture of one who offends or makes attack; aggressive attitude; the act of the attacking party; - opposed to defensive.

(2):

(a.) Making the first attack; assailant; aggressive; hence, used in attacking; - opposed to defensive; as, an offensive war; offensive weapons.

(3):

(a.) Giving pain or unpleasant sensations; disagreeable; revolting; noxious; as, an offensive smell; offensive sounds.

(4):

(a.) Giving offense; causing displeasure or resentment; displeasing; annoying; as, offensive words.

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