An action or means of protecting oneself or something from attack or harm.

Legal action taken in response to accusation or litigation.

कानूनी कार्रवाई।

English Usage: His defense in court was meticulously planned by his attorney.

Hindi Usage: अदालत में उसकी रक्षा उसके वकील द्वारा बारीकी से योजना बनाई गई थी।

To protect from harm or danger.

To support an argument or position against opposition.

बात का समर्थन करना।

English Usage: She had to defend her thesis in front of a panel of experts.

Hindi Usage: उसे विशेषज्ञों के पैनल के सामने अपनी थीसिस का बचाव करना पड़ा।