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defense buildup

[/dɪˈfɛns ˈbɪldʌp/]
nounpl: defense buildups
aumento da defesa
1. The process of accumulating military resources, personnel, and infrastructure to strengthen a nation's defensive capabilities
The country announced a significant defense buildup in response to regional tensions.
O país anunciou um aumento significativo da defesa em resposta às tensões regionais.
2. An expansion of military spending and armament programs
The defense buildup included new aircraft, ships, and advanced weaponry.
O aumento da defesa incluiu novos aviões, navios e armamentos avançados.
Synonyms
military builduparmament increasemilitary expansionrearmament
Antonyms
disarmamentdefense reductionmilitary cutback

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
aumento da defesa
standard term used in official communications
Portugal
reforço da defesa
alternative phrasing more common in Portuguese media
São Paulo
incremento de defesa
more formal technical usage

Related Idioms & Phrases

arms race
military preparedness
strengthen defenses
boost military capabilities
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