Offence Definition

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

"Offence" in song lyrics

See how offence is used in real songs:

  • "There ain't no defence for this offence"
    9th Prince f/ P.R. Terrorist — Kill or be Killed
  • "Waitin' but I basically Jake Plummer the offence"
    Fed-X f/ Cash & 100 Proof — Fedy Cheese
  • "Cause I wouldn't wanna cause no offence"
    Horrorshow — Thoughtcrime (Doin' My Think)

Usage tips for "offence"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "offence" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for offence to find words that pair well.

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