Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
defend-a-title
verb phrase
/dɪˈfɛnd ə ˈtaɪtəl/
Definition
To protect or uphold a championship or title in a competition.
Examples
- The champion must defend her title in the upcoming match.
- He trained hard to defend his title against the top contenders.
Meaning
Defending a title involves successfully competing against challengers to retain the title that has been previously won.
Synonyms
- protect
- safeguard
- retain
- uphold
- maintain
