supporter
US /səˈpɔːr.t̬ɚ/
UK /səˈpɔːr.t̬ɚ/
1.
partidario, seguidor, defensor
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.
Ella es una fuerte defensora de la protección del medio ambiente.
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The football team has many loyal supporters.
El equipo de fútbol tiene muchos seguidores leales.
2.
soporte, apoyo, puntal
a thing that supports something physically, especially from below
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The old bridge needed additional supporters to prevent collapse.
El viejo puente necesitaba soportes adicionales para evitar el colapso.
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The shelf was held up by two sturdy wooden supporters.
El estante estaba sostenido por dos robustos soportes de madera.