The older literal image was of someone defending their body against an attack; the expression now usually describes inner resistance.
The older literal image was of someone defending their body against an attack; the expression now usually describes inner resistance.
What does à son corps défendant mean?
It means reluctantly or against one’s wishes.
Does son change with the person?
Yes: à mon corps défendant, for example.
Does it describe physical fighting today?
Usually not; the common sense is figurative.
Is there a hyphen?
No, the words are written separately.
How is it pronounced?
It is pronounced /a sɔ̃ kɔʁ defɑ̃dɑ̃/.