No. 1,258 in Spanish
defensor
Defensor: Defender; someone who protects or supports something or someone.
In a sentence
El defensor del equipo hizo un excelente trabajo durante el partido.
The team's defender did an excellent job during the match.
In this sentence, 'defensor' refers to a player in a sports team whose primary role is to prevent the opposing team from scoring.
Ella es una defensora de los derechos humanos.
She is an advocate for human rights.
Here, 'defensora' is used to indicate someone who actively supports or promotes the cause of human rights.
El abogado actuó como defensor en el juicio.
The lawyer acted as a defender in the trial.
In this context, 'defensor' describes a legal professional who represents and supports someone in court proceedings.
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