Defending Definition & Meaning

defending
adjective
  1. attempting to or designed to prevent an opponent from winning or scoring

"Defending" in song lyrics

See how defending is used in real songs:

  • "Through the message that we sending, the lies that we defending"
    Black Lotus — Constantly Rising
  • "Big D a.k.a. Ben Grin, I send men defending"
    Diamond f/ Pete Rock, Phife Dawg — Pains and Strife
  • "less than half goes to whatever it's defending"
    Dilated Peoples — Big Business

Usage tips for "defending"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "defending" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for defending to find words that pair well.

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