supporter

US /səˈpɔːr.t̬ɚ/
UK /səˈpɔːr.t̬ɚ/
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1.

a person who approves of and encourages someone or something (e.g., a public figure, a movement, a team) and gives them help and encouragement

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She is a strong supporter of environmental protection.
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The football team has many loyal supporters.
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advocatebackerchampionpatronfan
2.

a thing that supports something physically, especially from below

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The old bridge needed additional supporters to prevent collapse.
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The shelf was held up by two sturdy wooden supporters.
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propbracebuttresspillarstand
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supportsupportingsupportivetechnical supportlife supportsupporting actorathletic supporter