defensive coverage
[dɪˈfɛnsɪv ˈkʌvərɪdʒ]
nounpl: defensive coverages
cobertura defensiva
1. In sports (especially American football and basketball), a strategy or arrangement where defensive players position themselves to guard offensive players or areas of the court/field to prevent scoring
The defense switched to man-to-man defensive coverage in the fourth quarter.
A defesa mudou para cobertura defensiva homem-a-homem no último quarto.
2. In insurance, protection or compensation provided by an insurance policy against specific risks or losses
Make sure your insurance policy has adequate defensive coverage for liability claims.
Certifique-se de que sua apólice de seguro tem cobertura defensiva adequada para reclamações de responsabilidade civil.
3. In military or security contexts, defensive positioning or tactical arrangements to protect against threats
The troops established defensive coverage along the border.
As tropas estabeleceram cobertura defensiva ao longo da fronteira.
In Brazilian sports culture, particularly in futebol and basquete (basketball), defensive coverage discussions are central to game analysis. American football's defensive coverage terminology has gained popularity in Brazil with increased NFL viewership. In insurance contexts across both countries, 'defensive coverage' refers to legal defense provisions within policies.
Related Idioms & Phrases
play tight defensive coverage
switch defensive coverage
break down the defensive coverage
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