Defender
Microsoft security software
A defender is someone or something that protects against attack or harm.
In sports, defenders are players tasked with preventing the opposing team from scoring, often positioned near their goal or defensive zone.
In legal contexts, a defender may refer to a defense attorney who represents the accused in court.
Historically, defenders have included military personnel guarding fortifications or territories, such as medieval knights defending castles.
The defender blocked the shot just before it reached the goal.
Protective caretaker of another
- protectorOne who safeguards others
- shieldHandheld defensive armor
- safeguardPrecaution against harm
- bodyguardPaid personal security agent
sentinel · watchdog · custodian · keeper · warden · champion · advocate · bulwark
Blocking backfield position
- goalkeeperNet-defending player
- sweeperOne who cleans floors
- center-backCentral defensive position
- markingIndicating with symbols
tackle · block · intercept · zone · offside · clearance · stopper · libero
Licensed legal representative
- lawyerLicensed legal representative
- counselExpert guidance offered
- advocatePublic cause supporter
- barristerUK courtroom advocate
solicitor · representation · courtroom · accused · defendant · trial · cross-examination · testimony
Armed forces member
- infantryGround combat troops
- garrisonStationed military force
- fortificationStrengthening defenses or nutrients
- rampartFortified defensive wall
bunker · trench · outpost · stronghold · citadel · resistance · frontline · perimeter
guardian
Protective caretaker of another
bodyguard · sentinel · watchdog · custodian · keeper · warden · champion · advocate · bulwark · bastion
fullback
Blocking backfield position
- goalkeeperNet-defending player
- sweeperOne who cleans floors
- center-backCentral defensive position
marking · tackle · block · intercept · zone · offside · clearance · stopper · libero · holding
attorney
Licensed legal representative
barrister · solicitor · representation · courtroom · accused · defendant · trial · cross-examination · testimony · plea
soldier
Armed forces member
- infantryGround combat troops
- garrisonStationed military force
- fortificationStrengthening defenses or nutrients
rampart · bunker · trench · outpost · stronghold · citadel · resistance · frontline · perimeter · barricade
Land Rover
British off-road vehicle manufacturer
four-wheel · expedition · safari · terrain · utility · adventure · overland · robust · chassis · diesel
- Colt gunsPython, Colt 1911, Colt 45, Walker, Paterson
- Land RoversRange Rover, Freelander
- softwaresoftware, app, apps, application, program
- 4x4 vehiclesJeep Wrangler, Land Rover, Toyota Land Cruiser, Range Rover, Jeep Cherokee
- arcade gamesclaw machine, Asteroids, Galaga, coin-op, arcade cabinet
- arcadesarcade, arcade games, video games, joystick, joysticks
Defenderprosecutor
Government's trial lawyer
accuser · plaintiff · claimant · complainant · district attorney
- defend yourselfGuard against threats personally
- public defenderAttorney representing those unable to afford one
- defending championReturning victor seeking retention
- defending the weakGuarding those without power
- human rights defendersThose protecting fundamental freedoms
- Windows DefenderBuilt-in antivirus program