Definition of Support
Support
sup·port


Definition/Meaning
(verb)
to hold up, endure or bear the weight of something;

e.g. The strong poles support the tent and keep it upright.

(verb)
to sustain or give comfort to a person;

e.g. The family was able to support the young man while he was going through a hard time in life.

(verb)
to maintain and provide for a family or establishment;

e.g. As a father, he has to support his family.

(verb)
to agree or approve;

e.g. She supports the views of the political candidate.

(verb)
to corroborate;

e.g. The researchers support the findings in the new university study.

(noun)
approval or encouragement;

e.g. He was a great emotional support for her when her mother passed away.

(noun)
something that bears the weight of something;

e.g. The tripod provides support to the camera.

(noun)
assistance;

e.g. The bank will provide financial support to those in need.





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