self-de·fense (s lf d -fns )n. 1. Defense of oneself when physically attacked: took a course in self-defense. 2. Defense of what belongs to oneself, as one's works or reputation. 3. Law The right to protect oneself against violence or threatened violence with whatever force or means are reasonably necessary. self -de·fensive adj. |
A commander has the authority and obligation to use all necessary means available and to take all appropriate action to defend that commander's unit and other US forces in the vicinity from a hostile act or hostile intent. Force used should not exceed that which is necessary to decisively counter the hostile act or intent and ensure the continued safety of US forces or other persons and property they are ordered to protect. US forces may employ such force in self-defense only so long as the hostile force continues to present an imminent threat.
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| Noun | 1. |  self-defense - the act of defending yourself protection - the activity of protecting someone or something; "the witnesses demanded police protection" martial art - any of several Oriental arts of weaponless self-defense; usually practiced as a sport; "he had a black belt in the martial arts" |
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