Maksud perkataan defended dalam bahasa Melayu

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defended

US /dɪˈfɛndɪd/
UK /dɪˈfɛndɪd/

Kata Kerja

1.

mempertahankan, melindungi

protected from harm or danger

Contoh:
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The castle was strongly defended against enemy attacks.
Istana itu dipertahankan dengan kuat daripada serangan musuh.
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He defended his sister from the bullies.
Dia mempertahankan adiknya daripada pembuli.
2.

mempertahankan, menyokong

supported or argued for (a cause, policy, or person)

Contoh:
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She defended her research findings in front of the committee.
Dia mempertahankan penemuan penyelidikannya di hadapan jawatankuasa.
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The lawyer successfully defended his client in court.
Peguam berjaya mempertahankan anak guamnya di mahkamah.