ALL meanings of well-defended
de·fend
W w - verb with object well-defended to ward off attack from; guard against assault or injury (usually followed by from or against): The sentry defended the gate against sudden attack. 1
- verb with object well-defended to maintain by argument, evidence, etc.; uphold: She defended her claim successfully. 1
- verb with object well-defended to contest (a legal charge, claim, etc.). 1
- verb with object well-defended Law. to serve as attorney for (a defendant): He has defended some of the most notorious criminals. 1
- verb with object well-defended to support (an argument, theory, etc.) in the face of criticism; prove the validity of (a dissertation, thesis, or the like) by answering arguments and questions put by a committee of specialists. 1
- verb with object well-defended to attempt to retain (a championship title, position, etc.), as in a competition against a challenger. 1
- verb without object well-defended Law. to enter or make a defense. 1
- adjective well-defended having sufficient defences against attack 0