defended (B1)
verb
Pronunciation: /dɪˈfend/
Definition
To protect someone or something from attack or danger.
Examples
The soldiers fought bravely to defend their homeland.
She used her umbrella to defend herself from the rain.
He will defend his title in the championship match next week.
How to Use defended
- defend against (prepositional phrase)
- To protect from a specific threat or danger. — "They built a wall to defend against the invaders."
- defend someone/something (collocation)
- To protect a person or thing. — "He bravely defended his younger sister from the bully."
- defend one's honor (idiom)
- To protect one's reputation or dignity. — "He felt compelled to defend his honor after the false accusations."
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