defended

Pronunciation: /dɪˈfɛndɪd/

The English word “defended” has 2 meanings listed here.

adjective

Having defenses.
In which the defendant responds to the allegations made against them, typically by filing a defense or counterclaim in court.

From defend + -ed.

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