ˈtʃæmpiən dɪˈfɛnd dɛˈfɛnd faɪt

faɪt bæk ɡɑːd ɡɑɹd meɪnˈteɪn əˈpəʊz əˈpoʊz ɹɛp.ɹɪ.ˈzɛnt argue or speak in defense of She supported the motion to strike state or assert He maintained his innocence fight against or resist strongly The senator said he would oppose the bill Don't fight it! be on the defensive; act against an attack protect against a challenge or attack Hold that position behind the trees! Hold the bridge against the enemy's attacks protect or fight for as a champion be the defense counsel for someone in a trial Ms. Smith will represent the defendant