defender

de·fend·er

noun \di-ˈfen-dər\

Definition of DEFENDER

1

: one that defends

2

: a player in a sport (as football) assigned to a defensive position

Examples of DEFENDER

1. <one of the traditional roles of an older brother is that of schoolyard defender>

First Known Use of DEFENDER

14th century

Related to DEFENDER

Synonyms: custodian, protector, guard, guardian, guardian angel, protection

Related Words: bodyguard, champion; lookout, sentinel, sentry, warden, warder, watch, watchdog, watchman; conserver, harborer, keeper, preserver, saver

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Rhymes with DEFENDER

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