Definition and Meaning of DEFENDING in the Cambridge English Dictionary

Defending — Definition and Usage

Defending means protecting someone or something from attack, harm, or criticism. It involves taking action or using words to support or safeguard another person, idea, or place.

“How can we defend our homeland if we don't have an army?”

This example highlights the concept of defending in a military or national context. The term can also apply to defending people, beliefs, or decisions in debates and discussions.

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Author’s summary: The term “defending” refers to the act of protecting or supporting someone or something against attack, harm, or criticism in physical, moral, or verbal forms.

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