English Explanatory Dictionary

stand in the gap

English dictionary entry

Meanings

verb
  1. To expose oneself for the protection of something; to make defence against any assailing danger; to take the place of a fallen defender or supporter.

Pronunciation

En-au-stand in the gap.ogg

Word forms

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