Definition of 'offence'

Noun

1. the action of attacking an enemy
      Synonyms: offense offensive
2. the team that has the ball (or puck) and is trying to score
      Synonyms: offense
      Antonyms: defense defence defending team defense defence defending team
3. a feeling of anger caused by being offended; "he took offence at my question"
      Synonyms: umbrage offense
4. a lack of politeness; a failure to show regard for others; wounding the feelings or others
      Synonyms: discourtesy offense offensive activity
5. a crime less serious than a felony
      Synonyms: misdemeanor misdemeanour infraction offense violation infringement

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