To defend
Example: Soldiers defend their country during the war.
Definition
"To defend" means to protect someone or something from harm, attack, or danger. In historical contexts, soldiers or groups often defend their country, territory, or values by resisting enemies or threats during conflicts or wars.
Etymology
The word "to defend" comes from the Latin verb 'defendere,' which means 'to ward off, protect, or guard.' It entered English through Old French 'defendre.' Did you know? The root 'fendere' is related to striking or hitting, emphasizing the protective action involved in defending.
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"To defend" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - History - (A1) - set 1", containing 208 commonly used words.
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