Definition of 'defend'

Verb

1. argue or speak in defense of; "She supported the motion to strike"
      Synonyms: support fend for
2. be on the defensive; act against an attack
      Antonyms: attack assail
3. protect against a challenge or attack; "Hold that position behind the trees!"; "Hold the bridge against the enemy's attacks"
      Synonyms: guard hold
4. fight against or resist strongly; "The senator said he would oppose the bill"; "Don't fight it!"
      Synonyms: fight oppose fight back fight down
5. protect or fight for as a champion
      Synonyms: champion
6. be the defense counsel for someone in a trial; "Ms. Smith will represent the defendant"
      Synonyms: represent
      Antonyms: prosecute
7. state or assert; "He maintained his innocence"
      Synonyms: maintain

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