definition of
offence

[1] #1 offence n. [offense, offensive] the action of attacking an enemy. wn

[2] #2 offence n. [offense] the team that has the ball (or puck) and is trying to score. wn

[3] #3 offence n. [umbrage, offense] a feeling of anger caused by being offended; "he took offence at my question". wn

[4] #4 offence n. [discourtesy, offense, offensive activity] a lack of politeness; a failure to show regard for others; wounding the feelings or others. wn

[5] #5 offence n. [crime, offense, criminal offense, criminal offence, law-breaking] (criminal law) an act punishable by law; usually considered an evil act; "a long record of crimes". wn