This is the 9767th most frequent Portuguese word.
defenderam
"Defenderam" means "they defended."
Here, 'defenderam' is used in a military context, referring to the act of protecting a location against external threats.
Os soldados defenderam a fortaleza contra o inimigo.
The soldiers defended the fortress against the enemy.
In this case, 'defenderam' is applied in a legal context, signifying the action of arguing in favor of someone during legal proceedings.
Os advogados defenderam o réu no tribunal.
The lawyers defended the defendant in court.
In this sentence, 'defenderam' is used in the context of academia, indicating the action of presenting and upholding a thesis during evaluation.