noun
Official title for the head of the Ministry of Defense in Japan. The abbreviated form 防衛相 is also common.
See also: 防衛相
防衛大臣は記者会見で新しい政策を発表した。
The Minister of Defense announced a new policy at the press conference.
Abbreviated form of 防衛大臣, used in news headlines and informal contexts.
Compound of 防衛 (defense) and 大臣 (minister).