Defend and Prop

Defend

Defend verb - To drive danger or attack away from.

Prop and defend are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Prop" instead a verb "Defend".

Prop

Prop verb - Support by placing against something solid or rigid.

Defend and prop are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Defend" instead a verb "Prop".

Nearby Words: propped, propping

Common collocations

belt defend belt prop belt
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