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Meaning of the word support in English

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support

US /səˈpɔːrt/
UK /səˈpɔːrt/
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Verb

1.

to give assistance to, especially financially

Example:
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She works hard to support her family.
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The government provides funds to support education.
Synonym:
aidassisthelpbackupholdmaintainprovide forfinancefund
2.

to bear all or part of the weight of; hold up

Example:
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The pillars support the roof of the building.
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This beam is designed to support heavy loads.
Synonym:
bearcarryhold upprop upbuttressreinforce
3.

to agree with and give approval to (a person, statement, or cause); to advocate for

Example:
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Many people support the new environmental policy.
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I fully support your decision.
Synonym:
advocatechampionendorsebackapprove ofsanction

Noun

1.

the action of bearing all or part of the weight of; holding up

Example:
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The bridge needs strong support to withstand the heavy traffic.
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The architect designed a new support system for the building.
Synonym:
propbuttresspillarbracereinforcement
2.

assistance, especially financial

Example:
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The charity provides financial support to needy families.
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We appreciate your moral support during this difficult time.
Synonym:
aidassistancehelpbackingencouragementpatronagesponsorship
3.

a person or thing that provides assistance or approval

Example:
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He was a great support to me during my illness.
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The technical support team is available 24/7.
Synonym:
backeradvocatepatronsponsorpillarmainstay
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