Defend
Verb
UK
/dɪˈfend/
US
/dɪˈfend/
Definition
To protect, guard, or support.
Example
"Soldiers defend nation."
"The goalkeeper defended the goal and saved the ball from entering the net."
"She defended her opinion strongly during the debate, giving clear examples and logical reasons."
Explanation
Defend means to protect someone or something from harm, attack, or criticism. For example, a soldier defends their country, a player defends the goal in a football game, or a friend defends you if someone speaks badly about you. It also means to support your ideas by giving reasons. For example, if someone says you are wrong, you can defend yourself by explaining why you are right.