(law) (This entry is a translation hub.)

plural of criminal offense

(law) A crime the elements of which coincide with the elements of a more serious crime, from which the prosecutor is therefore precluded from separately charging a criminal defendant.

plural of lesser included offense

(American football) An offense that places a greater emphasis on passing than on running.

plural of West Coast offense

plural of hurry-up offense

(American football) An offensive style in which the offensive team avoids delays between plays, sometimes also avoiding or shortening the huddle to limit or disrupt defensive strategies and flexibility.

Synonym of attack is the best form of defence