English to English verb
1 |
argue or speak in defense of | | Example: She supported the motion to strike
source: wordnet30
2 |
be on the defensive; act against an attack | | source: wordnet30
3 |
protect against a challenge or attack | | Example: Hold that position behind the trees! Hold the bridge against the enemy's attacks
source: wordnet30
4 |
fight against or resist strongly | | Example: The senator said he would oppose the bill Don't fight it!
source: wordnet30
5 |
protect or fight for as a champion | | source: wordnet30
6 |
be the defense counsel for someone in a trial | | Example: Ms. Smith will represent the defendant
source: wordnet30
7 |
state or assert | | Example: He maintained his innocence
source: wordnet30
8 |
To ward or fend off; to drive back or away; to repel. | | source: webster1913
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