Cool MateMeaning of Defender
In simple words: A player who helps stop the other team from scoring.
Defender in a sentence
- a passionate defender of human rights
How to use Defender
Use 'defender' mainly in sports contexts. It’s appropriate in formal discussions about games but might be less common in casual conversation unless discussing a specific match or player.
Grammar pattern
noun + modifier (e.g. defensive defender)
Memory hint
Think of a 'defender' as someone defending the goal, like a knight guarding a castle.
Related words
Collocations with Defender
- central defender
- wing defender
- defender position
- defender role
- defensive midfielder
Synonyms for Defender
- guardian
- protector
- stopper
- back
- safeguarder
Opposites of Defender
- attacker
- offender
Common mistakes with Defender
- Confusing with 'defence', which refers to the action or strategy.
- Using 'defender' to describe a non-sporting context, which can be misleading.
Defender appears in
Defender in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
مدافع
لاعب يساعد في منع الفريق الآخر من التسجيل.
- Bengaliবাংলা
Defend
Someone who tries to stop the other team from scoring in a game.
- GermanDeutsch
Verteidiger
Ein Spieler, der hilft, die gegnerische Mannschaft am Punkten zu hindern.
- SpanishEspañol
Defensor
Un jugador que ayuda a evitar que el otro equipo marque.
- Persianفارسی
مدافع
بازیکنی که به جلوگیری از گل زدن تیم دیگر کمک میکند.
- FrenchFrançais
Défenseur
Un joueur qui aide à empêcher l'autre équipe de marquer.
- Hindiहिन्दी
रक्षक
एक खिलाड़ी जो दूसरी टीम को स्कोर करने से रोकने में मदद करता है।
- ItalianItaliano
Difensore
Un giocatore che aiuta a impedire all'altra squadra di segnare.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Defensor
Um jogador que ajuda a impedir que a outra equipe marque.
- RussianРусский
Защитник
Игрок, который помогает другой команде не пропустить гол.
- Urduاردو
ڈیفینڈر
ایک کھلاڑی جو مخالف ٹیم کو گول کرنے سے روکنے میں مدد کرتا ہے۔
- Chinese中文
后卫, 防守队员
一个帮助阻止对方得分的队员。
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not in a place because of illness, etc.
- AbsorbB2
To take in a liquid, gas, or other substances.
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Frequently asked questions about Defender
What does Defender mean?
A player who helps stop the other team from scoring.
What is the definition of Defender?
a player who must stop the other team from scoring in games such as football (soccer), hockey, etc.
How do you use Defender in a sentence?
a passionate defender of human rights
What are synonyms for Defender?
Common alternatives include guardian, protector, stopper, back, safeguarder.
What is the opposite of Defender?
Opposite meanings include attacker, offender.
What words go with Defender?
It commonly pairs with central defender, wing defender, defender position, defender role, defensive midfielder.
What are common mistakes when using Defender?
Confusing with 'defence', which refers to the action or strategy. Using 'defender' to describe a non-sporting context, which can be misleading.
How do you pronounce Defender?
US: /["/dɪˈfendər/"]/, UK: /["/dɪˈfendə(r)/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Defender?
Use 'defender' mainly in sports contexts. It’s appropriate in formal discussions about games but might be less common in casual conversation unless discussing a specific match or player.
What CEFR level is Defender?
"Defender" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.