WAEC - English Language (2019 - No. 39)
choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word as it is used in the sentence.
He did all he could to defend his master.
fortify
secure
protect
cover
Explicação
To protect means to shield or guard someone or something from harm, damage or danger. It involves taking action to keep someone or something safe. In the context of the sentence, "defend his master," the action implies actively protecting the master from harm.