defended
US /dɪˈfɛndɪd/
UK /dɪˈfɛndɪd/
动词
1.
防守, 保护
protected from harm or danger
示例:
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The castle was strongly defended against enemy attacks.
城堡被严密防守，抵御敌人的攻击。
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He defended his sister from the bullies.
他保护了他的妹妹免受欺凌。
2.
捍卫, 辩护
supported or argued for (a cause, policy, or person)
示例:
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She defended her research findings in front of the committee.
她在委员会面前捍卫了她的研究成果。
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The lawyer successfully defended his client in court.
律师在法庭上成功为他的委托人辩护。