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to defend
01
to not let any harm come to someone or something
Transitive: to defend sb/sth
Examples
The brave soldier defended the country during the battle.
02
(in sports) to prevent an opponent from scoring a goal or point
Intransitive
Transitive: to defend the scoring position
Examples
The goalkeeper defended the net, stopping several powerful shots.
03
to represent a person who is on trial
Transitive: to defend sb
Examples
The attorney was hired to defend the accused in the high-profile case.
04
to support someone or try to justify an action, plan, etc.
Transitive: to defend sth
Examples
She worked hard to defend her research against critics in the academic community.
05
to compete in order to keep a title or a seat
Transitive: to defend a title or position
Examples
The champion will defend his title in the upcoming boxing match.
Lexical Tree
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