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Meaning of take up the cudgel for | Babel Free

Verb CEFR C2

Definitions

To make a defense for someone or something, on behalf of another person.

idiomatic

CEFR level

C2
Mastery
This word is part of the CEFR C2 vocabulary — mastery level.

See also

take up the cudgels take up the gauntlet take up the glove take up the hatchet take up the mantle take up the running

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