An idiom referring to a category of the Degree of Intent paradigm, which encompasses any maneuver which would typically be considered a defensive maneuver, executed with predominately offensive intent, but also has the simultaneous intent to defend the practitioner.

Comments:

In short, this category refers to any typically defensive maneuver used offensively.

Basics used to create Offensive Defense would be considered sophisticated.

Opposite(s):

Defensive Offense

Example(s):

An inward block which is purposely executed with enough power to intentionally break the opponent's arm, but also  purposefully deflects a straight punch, would demonstrate a Offensive Defense maneuver.

Related Definition(s):

Move

Related Term(s):

Defensive Defense, Degree of Intent, Offensive Offense

Related Basic(s):

Block, Strike