defender

US /dɪˈfen.dɚ/
UK /dɪˈfen.dɚ/
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1.

defensor, protector

a person who defends someone or something

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He was a strong defender of human rights.
Era un fuerte defensor de los derechos humanos.
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The lawyer acted as her defender in court.
El abogado actuó como su defensor en el tribunal.
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advocatechampionprotectorguardiansupporter
2.

defensa (deporte), zaguero

a player in a team game who tries to prevent the opposing team from scoring

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The central defender made a crucial tackle.
El defensa central hizo una entrada crucial.
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Our team needs a strong defender to improve our defense.
Nuestro equipo necesita un defensa fuerte para mejorar nuestra defensa.
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fullbackcenter-backsweeperstopper
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