Definition of Support
Support
sup·port
Definition/Meaning
(verb)
To hold or carry something up, or to give help or encouragement.
e.g. The charity provides financial support to families in need.
(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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