autodefensa

la autodefensa
A feminine noun is almost always used with feminine articles and adjectives (e.g., la mujer bonita, la luna llena).
feminine noun
a. self-defense
Regionalism used in the United States
(United States)
Tras el asalto, Claudia tomó un curso en autodefensa.After she was mugged, Claudia took a course in self-defense.
b. self-defence
Regionalism used in the United Kingdom
(United Kingdom)
El acusado alega que sus acciones fueron en autodefensa.The accused says that his actions were done in self-defence.
2. (member of a paramilitary group)
Regionalism used in Mexico
(Mexico)
a. vigilante
El antiguo autodefensa es ahora un miembro del cartel.The former vigilante is now a member of the cartel.
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