defender

Noun

Meanings

Noun

A person who protects someone or something from attack, harm, or criticism.

"The human rights defender spent years advocating for political prisoners."

Noun

A player in a game, especially football, whose primary role is to prevent the opposing team from scoring goals.

"The team signed a new defender to strengthen their back line."

Noun

The party accused in a court of law who is defending themselves against a legal claim or charge.

"The defender's lawyer presented a strong alibi to the jury."

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