der Verteidiger
Translation
defender, defense attorney, advocate
Examples
Der Verteidiger blockte den Schuss.
The defender blocked the shot.
Der Verteidiger plädierte auf unschuldig.
The defense attorney pleaded not guilty.
Grammar Patterns
the defender ((of sb./sth.)) the defender of sb./sth. He is the defender of the accused.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Anwalt (lawyer), Abwehrspieler (defender); Antonyms: Angreifer (attacker), Ankläger (prosecutor)
Etymology
From the verb 'verteidigen' (to defend) + the suffix '-er' (denoting a person).
Memory Tips
Picture a sports 'defender' or a legal 'defender' (attorney) protecting something or someone.