"To defend the country" means to protect and safeguard one's nation from any harm, such as external threats or dangers, in order to ensure its safety and security. Full definition
None of us would have a problem with a soldier defending his country who then comes home and attends the wedding of his child. (redeeminggod.com)
The statement from Mr. Clapper and the Department of Homeland Security, which is primarily responsible for defending the country against sophisticated cyberattacks, said the intelligence agencies were less certain who was responsible for «scanning and probing» online election rolls in states around the country. (nytimes.com)
As such scenes make clear, «Mudbound» is a story about fighters, whether defending the country from Hitler or simply trying to put food and milk on the table. (variety.com)