DEFEND

Definition of DEFEND

  1. (verb)argue or speak in defense of
  2. (verb)be on the defensive; act against an attack
  3. (verb)protect against a challenge or attack
  4. (verb)fight against or resist strongly
  5. (verb)protect or fight for as a champion
  6. (verb)be the defense counsel for someone in a trial
  7. (verb)state or assert