Spanish Conversation · Level 57
74 words
Spanish word
defensor
Pronunciation
IPA/defenˈsoɾ/
Meaning
- masculine nounadvocate
Example
El defensor habló en la reunión.
The advocate spoke at the meeting.
More examples
El defensor de los derechos habló con los vecinos.
The rights advocate spoke with the neighbors.
Core concept
Person shielding a cause or another person from attack.
Common phrases
defensor de los derechos
rights advocate
defensor del equipo
team defender
Similar words
guardián: Person who watches over a place or specific person to keep them safe.
protector: Person who protects others from physical harm or immediate danger.
campeón: Person who enthusiastically supports and promotes a cause or idea.
Definition in Spanish
Persona o figura que protege una causa, a otra persona o una posición; en deportes, jugador cuya función es evitar que el rival marque.
Word origin
From Latin defendere 'to ward off' plus the agentive suffix -or, producing a word that literally means 'one who defends'.
Usage tips
- Defensor commonly names a formal advocate (for example defensor del pueblo or a defense attorney), while defensa is the word for the defensive role or the concept of defense in sports.