Definition
Defend (verb) — a transitive or intransitive verb meaning to protect someone or something from attack or harm.
Basic Meaning
To defend means to take action to keep a person, place, or idea safe from danger, criticism, or threat.
“The role of the military is to defend the country.”
Grammar Notes
- Transitive: Used with a direct object (e.g., defend the city).
- Intransitive: Used without a direct object (e.g., The army must defend).
Synonyms
- Protect
- Guard
- Shield
Common Contexts
- Military and national defense
- Legal protection or justification
- Sports, such as defending a goal
Author’s summary: The verb defend means to protect or guard against attack or danger, often used in military, legal, and sports contexts.
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