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defend
verb
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Divide defend into syllables:

de · fend

How to pronounce defend:

Definition of defend:

defend (verb):
to protect from harm or danger
to drive danger or attack away from

Synonyms for defend:

apologisesupportargueexcuserationalizejustifyreason

Antonyms for defend:

hurtbesiegeharassbeatassaultattackhitpoundbesetstrike
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