offence Meaning, Definition & Usage

1. noun the action of attacking an enemy
   offense; offensive.
   
2. noun the team that has the ball (or puck) and is trying to score
   offense.
   
3. noun a feeling of anger caused by being offended
   umbrage; offense.
   
   • he took offence at my question
4. noun a lack of politeness; a failure to show regard for others; wounding the feelings or others
   offense; offensive activity; discourtesy.
   
5. noun (criminal law) an act punishable by law; usually considered an evil act
   criminal offense; crime; law-breaking; offense; criminal offence.
   
   • a long record of crimes

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