defend

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NGSL Rank: 1871
defend
dɪˈfɛnd Listen
Meanings
verb
  • resist an attack made on (someone or something); protect from harm or danger.
    E.g. we shall defend our island, whatever the cost
  • conduct the case for (the party being accused or sued) in a lawsuit.
    E.g. he is a lawyer who specializes in defending political prisoners
  • (in sport) protect one's goal or wicket rather than attempt to score against one's opponents.
    E.g. they were forced to defend for long periods

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