While the total installed price of solar has continued to decline, the price of the solar panels or modules themselves has remained relatively flat since 2012, indicating a decline in non-module costs. Credit: LBNL.
defense. 1  the denial or pleading of the defendant in answer to the claim or charge that has been made. 2  the proceedings adopted by a defendant, or the defendant's legal agents, for defending against the charges that have been made. 3  a defendant and his or her counsel.
Definition of defense for English Language Learners. : 1  the act of defending someone or something from attack. : 2  something that is used to protect yourself, your country, etc. : 3  the act of speaking or writing in support of someone or something that is being attacked or criticized.