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defensive space

[/dɪˈfɛnsɪv speɪs/]
nounpl: defensive spaces
espaço defensivo
1. In urban planning and architecture, an area designed to discourage or prevent unauthorized access or criminal activity through environmental design
The building features defensive space through strategic placement of windows and lighting.
O edifício apresenta espaço defensivo através do posicionamento estratégico de janelas e iluminação.
2. In psychology and social interaction, a personal or physical area that an individual maintains to feel safe and secure
Everyone needs some defensive space to maintain their sense of security.
Todos precisam de algum espaço defensivo para manter seu senso de segurança.
3. In sports, a zone or area that a defensive player is responsible for protecting
The defender must control the defensive space in front of the goal.
O defensor deve controlar o espaço defensivo em frente ao gol.
Synonyms
defensive zonesecure spaceguarded areaprotected zone
Antonyms
open spacepublic spaceunrestricted area

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
espaço defensivo
Standard usage in urban planning and architecture contexts
Rio de Janeiro
espaço defensivo
Common in security and urban design discussions
São Paulo
espaço defensivo
Used in architectural and sports contexts
Portugal
espaço de defesa
Alternative formulation preferred in European Portuguese

Related Idioms & Phrases

maintain defensive space
claim defensive space
breach defensive space
personal defensive space
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