공격, 타격, 또는 곤란한 질문 등을 막아내거나 물리치다.
To ward off or deflect an attack, a blow, or a difficult question.
예문:
"The goalkeeper managed to fend off the final shot, securing the win for his team."
"She had to fend off several intrusive questions about her private life during the interview."
"The soldiers used their shields to fend off the incoming arrows."
다른 사람의 도움 없이 스스로를 돌보거나 생계를 꾸려나가다.
To look after and provide for oneself or others without help from anyone else.
예문:
"After moving to the big city alone, he had to learn how to fend for himself."
"The mother bird leaves the nest once the chicks are strong enough to fend for themselves."