A protective measure taken to guard against threat or harm.

The action of resisting or defending oneself.

अपने आप का बचाव करना.

English Usage: Her defence was based on self-defense laws.

Hindi Usage: उसकी रक्षा आत्म-सुरक्षा के कानूनों पर आधारित थी।

To support or uphold the cause of someone or something.

To protect from harm or danger.

हानि या खतरे से बचाना.

English Usage: Soldiers are trained to defend their country.

Hindi Usage: सैनिकों को अपने देश की रक्षा करने के लिए प्रशिक्षित किया जाता है।