defender
1. [ noun ] a person who cares for persons or property
Synonyms: guardian shielder protector
Related terms: person preserver guard patron_saint lawman bodyguard champion custodian foster_parent watchdog chaperon keeper peacekeeper foster-parent fireman admonisher defend defend shield
2. [ noun ] a fighter who holds out against attack
Synonyms: withstander
Related terms: combatant resist
Similar spelling:   defend
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