defend

US /dɪˈfend/
UK /dɪˈfend/
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1.

verdedigen, beschermen

protect from harm or danger

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The soldiers bravely defended the city.
De soldaten verdedigden moedig de stad.
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She always defends her younger brother from bullies.
Ze verdedigt altijd haar jongere broer tegen pestkoppen.
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guardsecureshieldsafeguardfend off
2.

verdedigen, pleiten voor

speak or write in favor of (an action or idea); advocate for

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It's important to defend your beliefs.
Het is belangrijk om je overtuigingen te verdedigen.
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The lawyer will defend his client in court.
De advocaat zal zijn cliënt verdedigen in de rechtbank.
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advocatechampionsupportupholdvindicate
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defendantdefender