client support

/ˈklaɪənt səˈpɔːrt/
noun phraseIntermediate
💼Business
formal

Assistance and services provided to customers or clients to address their needs, answer questions, or resolve issues.

The IT department handles client support for software issues.

They help customers fix problems with the company's software.

Client support includes troubleshooting, guidance, and problem resolution.

This means they help customers solve problems, explain features, and fix errors.

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Often used in business and technology contexts to describe customer service roles or departments.

Collocations

client support teama group of people who help customersclient support representativea person who assists customersclient support ticketa recorded request for help from a customer

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Related Phrases

customer servicephrase
general assistance provided to customers
technical supportphrase
help with technical issues

💡Pro Tip

Formal vs. Informal Use

In formal contexts, 'client support' is preferred over 'customer support' when referring to business clients.

Gold Rule

Professional Context

In business and tech, 'client support' often refers to structured, professional assistance rather than casual help.

📖Word Origin

Combination of 'client' (a customer or patron) and 'support' (assistance or help).

📝Usage Notes

Common in business and technology contexts, often referring to dedicated teams or services.

Word Breakdown

client
a customer or patron
root
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support
assistance or help
root
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