Definition of Defend

Verb

  • state or assert
    "He maintained his innocence"
  • be the defense counsel for someone in a trial
    "Ms. Smith will represent the defendant"
  • protect or fight for as a champion
  • fight against or resist strongly
    "The senator said he would oppose the bill"
    "Don't fight it!"
    - fight back - fight down
  • protect against a challenge or attack
    "Hold that position behind the trees!"
    "Hold the bridge against the enemy's attacks"
  • be on the defensive
    act against an attack
  • argue or speak in defense of
    "She supported the motion to strike"
    - fend for
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Unscramble defend

29 unscramble word found using the letters defend.

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