Как по Английски будет оборонять

verb

Grasp, carry, or support with one's hands.

Примеры использования:

She was holding a brown leather suitcase

noun

An act or manner of grasping something; a grip.

Примеры использования:

He caught hold of her arm

verb

To take and keep something in your hand or arms

Примеры использования:

[ t ] the nurse held the child in her arms., [ i ] hold tight (= firmly) to the railing., [ m ] ros…

verb

Resist an attack made on (someone or something); protect from harm or danger.

Примеры использования:

We shall defend our island, whatever the cost

collocation

To protect yourself against attack or criticism

Примеры использования:

I'm going to karate lessons to learn how to defend myself., she defended herself vehemently against…