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defensa — meaning in English

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English meaning

  • advocacy noun Public support for a cause, policy, or group of people.
  • back noun The rear surface of the human or animal body, from the shoulders to the hips.
  • bumper noun The part at the front or back of a vehicle designed to absorb the impact of a collision.
  • defense noun The action of protecting someone or something from attack or harm.
  • fender noun The part of a car body that covers the area around a wheel.
  • rampart noun A defensive wall or raised bank of earth surrounding a fort or town, often topped with a walkway.

Senses

defensa is used for these senses in English:

  • advocacy The act of arguing in favour of, or supporting someone or something.
  • back (sports) In some team sports, a position behind most players on the team.
  • bumper (automotive) Parts at the front and back of a vehicle which are meant to absorb the impact of a collision; fender.
  • fender (US) a shield, usually of plastic or metal, on a bicycle that protects the rider from mud or water
  • rampart That which defends against intrusion from outside; a protection.

back — full definition

  1. noun The rear surface of the human or animal body, from the shoulders to the hips.
  2. noun The rear or reverse part of an object, as opposed to its front.
  3. adj Located at or toward the rear.
  4. adv Toward a previous place, time, or condition.
  5. verb To support someone or something, often financially.

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