defend

US /dɪˈfend/
UK /dɪˈfend/
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1.

保卫, 防御

protect from harm or danger

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The soldiers bravely defended the city.
士兵们勇敢地保卫了这座城市。
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She always defends her younger brother from bullies.
她总是保护她的弟弟免受欺凌。
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guardsecureshieldsafeguardfend off
2.

辩护, 拥护

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

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It's important to defend your beliefs.
捍卫你的信仰很重要。
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The lawyer will defend his client in court.
律师将在法庭上为他的客户辩护。
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advocatechampionsupportupholdvindicate
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defendantdefender