support: význam a definice

To bear the weight of, especially from below.

To hold in position so as to keep from falling, sinking, or slipping.

To be capable of bearing; withstand: "His flaw'd heart . . . too weak the conflict to support” ( Shakespeare).

To keep from weakening or failing; strengthen: The letter supported him in his grief.

To provide for or maintain, by supplying with money or necessities.

To furnish corroborating evidence for: New facts supported her story.

To aid the cause, policy, or interests of: supported her in her election campaign.

To argue in favor of; advocate: supported lower taxes.

To endure; tolerate: "At supper there was such a conflux of company that I could scarcely support the tumult” ( Samuel Johnson).

To act in a secondary or subordinate role to (a leading performer).

The act of supporting.

The state of being supported.

One that supports.

Maintenance, as of a family, with the necessities of life.