In a way that can be defended.

(uncountable) The condition of being defendable / (countable) The extent to which something is defendable

(ice hockey) The zone between the blue line and the end board in a team's own end of the rink. The same area is the attacking zone for the opposing team.

plural of defending zone

Alternative spelling of codefendant

plural of co-defendant

plural of public defender

(law) An attorney appointed to represent people who cannot afford to hire one.

earmuff (worn to protect the ears from loud sounds)

plural of ear defender