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has gloss	(verb) argue or speak in defense of; "She supported the motion to strike" defend, fend for, support
lexicalization	eng: defend
lexicalization	eng: fend for
lexicalization	eng: support
subclass of	(verb) present reasons and arguments argue, reason
has subclass	(verb) defend, explain, clear away, or make excuses for by reasoning; "rationalize the child's seemingly crazy behavior"; "he rationalized his lack of success" excuse, apologise, rationalize, justify, apologize, rationalise
has subclass	(verb) defend against attack or criticism; "He stood up for his friend"; "She stuck up for the teacher who was accused of harassing the student" stand up, stick up
has subclass	(verb) stand up for; stick up for; of causes, principles, or ideals uphold