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    Defensor (en. Advocate)

    /defenˈsoɾ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    A person who protects the rights or interests of another person.
    The public defender ensured that his client received a fair trial.
    El defensor público se aseguró de que su cliente recibiera un juicio justo.
    An individual who supports a cause or ideology.
    She is a strong advocate for human rights.
    Ella es una gran defensora de los derechos humanos.
    In the sports context, a player who protects the goal or net.
    The team's defender made a great save in the last minute.
    El defensor del equipo hizo una gran salvada en el último minuto.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'defensor', meaning 'the one who defends'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    Ombudsman
    Institution responsible for protecting citizens' rights before the public administration.
    Defensor del pueblo
    Human rights advocate
    Person who fights for the protection of fundamental rights of individuals.
    Defensor de derechos humanos
    Advocate for the cause
    Person who strongly advocates for a specific movement or cause.
    Defensor de la causa

    Related Words

    defense
    Action of defending oneself or protecting oneself.
    defensa
    to defend
    Act of protecting or safeguarding something or someone.
    defender
    defensive
    Related to defense.
    defensivo

    Slang Meanings

    Unwavering defender
    He always speaks in favor of justice; he is an unwavering defender.
    Siempre habla en favor de la justicia, es un defensor a ultranza.
    Family defender
    There is no doubt, he is the family defender.
    No hay duda, él es el dan defensor de la familia.