defending

/dɪˈfɛndɪŋ/
/dɪˈfɛndɪŋ/
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Definitions of defending
  1. adjective
    attempting to or designed to prevent an opponent from winning or scoring
    synonyms:
    defensive
    intended or appropriate for defending against or deterring aggression or attack
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