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.