Pronunciation: [dɪfˈɛndz] (IPA) 
The word "defends" is spelled with the letter "d" at the beginning, followed by the letters "e-f-e-n-d-s". The IPA phonetic transcription of this word is /dɪˈfɛndz/. The first sound, /d/, is a voiced dental stop. The next three sounds, /ɪˈfɛ/, make up the unstressed syllable "i-f-e". The final two sounds, /ndz/, are voiced alveolar affricates. The spelling of "defends" accurately represents the sounds used in its pronunciation.
Defends is a verb that refers to the action of protecting or supporting someone or something against an attack, criticism, or potential harm. It involves the act of providing a defense or explanation for the actions, beliefs, or rights of oneself or others.
In the context of physical safety, defends can mean taking measures to guard against physical or emotional threats, typically by repelling or preventing them from causing harm. It can involve actions such as standing up against an aggressor, shielding someone from harm, or intervening in a potentially dangerous situation to maintain security.
In terms of legal matters, defends can relate to the act of advocating or protecting the rights, interests, or innocence of an individual accused of a crime. This includes providing evidence, arguments, or justification to counter the claims or accusations made against the accused.
Beyond physical safety and legal matters, defends can also take on a more figurative sense, involving the act of supporting or justifying one's beliefs, opinions, or actions. This can involve a range of activities, including explaining or rationalizing one's choices, morality, or principles, or engaging in debates or discussions to uphold one's stance on a particular matter.
Overall, the term defends encompasses the act of safeguarding, supporting, or justifying someone or something against attack, criticism, or potential harm in various domains, such as physical, legal, or ideological.
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The word defends is derived from the Old French word defendre. It comes from the Latin word defendere, which can be broken down into de- (meaning from or away) and fendere (meaning to strike or to hit). Thus, the literal meaning of defendere is to avert a blow or to ward off. Over time, the word evolved and entered the English language as defend, which later gave rise to the verb form defends.
