defender Meaning, Definition & Usage

  1. noun a person who cares for persons or property
    protector; shielder; guardian.
  2. noun a fighter who holds out against attack
    withstander.

WordNet

De*fend"er noun
Etymology
Cf. Fender.
Definitions
  1. One who defends; one who maintains, supports, protects, or vindicates; a champion; an advocate; a vindicator.
    Provinces . . . left without their ancient and puissant defenders. Motley.

Webster 1913