Definition of fend

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  • fend is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 8
  • fend is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 8
  • fend is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 9

Definition of fend

  • withstand the force of something (verb)

    Examples

    1. The mountain climbers had to fend against the ice and snow

    Synonyms

    1. resist
    2. stand
  • try to manage without help (verb)

    Examples

    1. The youngsters had to fend for themselves after their parents died

See definition of fend in Merriam Webster