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defend [dɪˈfɛnd]

1 defend verb
  • to fight in order to keep (someone or something) safe : to not allow a person or thing to hurt, damage, or destroy (someone or something) —often + from or against —usually + against
  • to fight or work hard in order to keep (something, such as a right, interest, cause, etc.) from being taken away
  • to speak or write in support of (someone or something that is being challenged or criticized)