defendanta.[F. dfendant, p. pr. of dfendre. See Defend.]1. Serving, or suitable, for defense; defensive.()With men of courage and with means defendant. (Shak.)2. Making defense.()n.1. One who defends; a defender.()The rampiers and ditches which the defendants had cast up. (Spotswood.)2. (Law) A person required to make answer in an action or suit; -- opposed to plaintiff.(Abbott.)()