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Support

Suh-PAWRT

/sʌˈpɔːrt/

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support

Dictionary meaning

The act of bearing the weight of or strengthening.

Examples

  • They leaned against the wall for support.
  • I'm not sure I still have the support of my community.

Synonyms: supporting

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