defend: meaning and definitions
EnglishType a word
To make or keep safe from danger, attack, or harm.
Sports To attempt to prevent the opposition from scoring while playing in or near (a goal or area of a field, for example).
Sports To be responsible for guarding (an opposing player).
Sports To compete against a challenger in an attempt to retain (a championship).
To support or maintain, as by argument or action; justify.
Law To represent (a defendant) in a civil or criminal action.
Law To attempt to disprove or invalidate (an action or claim).